Calvin Klein

Defy

WoodyMuskyAromaticCitrus

Defy by Calvin Kleinis a Woody Aromatic fragrance for men. Defy was launched in 2021. Defy was created by Anne Flipo, Pascal Gaurin and Loc Dong. Top notes are Bergamot and Lavender; middle note is Vetiver; base note is Amber.

Notes

Heart notes

15 minutes – 2 hours

Lavender Bergamot

Base notes

2+ hours, dry-down

Vetiver Amber

Fragrance profile

Estimated from note profile

Longevity6–8 hrs

Sillage (projection)Moderate

When to wear Defy

Best seasons

🌸Spring☀️Summer🍂Autumn❄️Winter

Best occasions

Daily wearEveningSport / outdoorFormal

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