Calvin Klein 1997

Contradiction

FloralDesignerWomenEau de Parfum

Blossoms open with Lily, Peony, Lily-of-the-valley, and Orchid blooming into a floral heart of Eucalyptus, Lilac, Jasmine, and Blackberry grounded by a soft base of Sandalwood, Musk, and Tonka Bean.

Climate fit

Year-round Versatile across most weather, a safe everyday choice.

Should you buy it?

Not a known clone

No alternative or original links are known for this fragrance.

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Contradiction bottle

Sample bottle, not actual product

Scent DNA

Accord profile

What your nose reads first

FloralFreshSweetCreamyGreenIndolicNarcoticWoody

Longevity

6h

Sillage

Moderate

Launched

1997

Alternatives

What this fragrance is similar to

The pyramid.

TTop
First impression, 10–20 min
HHeart
Core character, 2–4 hours
BBase
Lasting drydown, 6–12+ hours

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Contradiction is an original composition. It is not a known clone.

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