Secret Obsession (2008)
by Calvin Klein

This is a lovely fragrance, like an updated Tabu for the modern nose. However, it suffers 2 problems. (1) Longevity, which is only about 2 hours on me. (2) White florals, the ones that are difficult to wear for some. For me, the white florals used in SO induce my asthma when I have a bad day.

I like this fragrance but don't recommend it without sampling it first. If you're like me & have difficulty with white florals in CK fragrances, just take a pass on this one.

23rd October, 2011.

Secret Obsession surprised me to say the least. I really didn't expect that I would like this fragrance so much.

This fragrance is unique. Not an outstanding and ground-breaking type of unique, but certainly different and refreshing.

The scent is like a harmonious blend of woods, spices and florals. It's comforting, warm and in some ways exotic.

I consider this fragrance to be more temptingly sensual rather than outright sexy. Secret Obsession doesn't scream sex, rather it promises to be taken slowly, perhaps a dinner, a dance, a glass of champagne and a sense of anticipation. It's certainly a scent that depicts control and elegance.

The jasmine and tuberose in the heart of this fragrance, really softens the scent and makes this fragrance so feminine and enticing. Secret Obsession is certainly a more subtle and modern version of the original Obsession.

I actually find it difficult to dislike any Calvin Klein fragrance as of recently because their newest releases just seem to be getting better and better.

I'd suggest Secret Obsession to any woman and I'd be extremely surprised if they weren't as impressed as I was.

3rd June, 2011.

l smell wood in this & nothing else. No fruit, no florals. lt's like Obsession with more wood & less spice, much less sillage & longevity, & very linear. Boring!

14th February, 2011.

Plums and spice and quite unisex IMO. It reminds me somehow of Jo Malones Pomegranate Noir due to the fact that both frags remind me somewhat of poppurri. Someone had compared this to a rootbeer float, and I totally get that. All in all Im not impressed by this scent. I would never by a bottle. But its not bad either. Its not loud, or in your face, but its no wallflower either.

22nd October, 2010.

Try not to compare it with the original Obsession, it is a given that these two will have nothing in common. Secret Obsession is a floriental with yummy plum note on me, and rose is very pronounced. While it does not come in EdT formulation -- only EdP and matching lotion and bath gel products are available -- it is not "right in your face', rather subtle and classy. It behaves like an EdT with EdP longevity. There is not much sillage, it sits close to skin.

There are white florals, there is a hint of vanilla in it, but sandalwood component is very delicate yet lasting. The whole impression is quiet, with internal dignity, private even.

Another example of how a fragrance does not have to cost one an arm and a leg and be absolutely wearable and most enjoyable in many environments.

PS Can't but agree with Ms.W.'s review on how this one and Shiseido Feminite du Bois have certain similarities.

5th October, 2010.

Sensual, warm, sexy, woody scent; the amber and vanilla kiss you all around in a smoky and spicy sort of way...a seductive long lasting and very unisex scent; will wear it when I am ready for love...well done Calvin and Thanks...

16th September, 2010.