Calvin Klein Truth
Calvin Klein

Truth

SpicyWoodyCitrusFloralFruityMuskySweet

Truth by Calvin Kleinis a Amber Woody fragrance for women. Truth was launched in 2000. Truth was created by Alberto Morillas, Jacques Cavallier and Thierry Wasser. Top notes are Bamboo, Clover, Bergamot, Vetiver, Lemon and Patchouli; middle notes are Lily, Peony, Sandalwood, Mimosa, Silkwood Blossom and Blackberry; base notes are Musk, Vanilla and Amber.

Notes

Top notes
First 0–15 minutes
Base notes
2+ hours, dry-down

Fragrance profile

Estimated from note profile
Longevity8+ hrs
Sillage (projection)Strong

When to wear Truth

Best seasons
🌸Spring☀️Summer🍂Autumn❄️Winter
Best occasions
Daily wearDate nightEveningSport / outdoorFormal

ScentCast scores every fragrance against live weather, your occasion, and your taste — so it tells you the exact days Truth is the right pick.

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Common questions about Truth

What does Calvin Klein Truth smell like?+

Calvin Klein Truth is a spicy, woody, and citrus fragrance. The opening is bamboo and lemon. the heart settles on clover, lily, and peony. the dry-down rests on sandalwood, musk, and vanilla.

How long does Calvin Klein Truth last on skin?+

Calvin Klein Truth is estimated to last 8+ hrs on skin (a 5/5 longevity score). This is derived from the base-note composition — heavier base families like oriental, woody, and leather extend wear, while citrus-led blends tend to fade faster.

How strong is the projection of Calvin Klein Truth?+

Calvin Klein Truth projects at a strong level (4/5 sillage). Expect it to fill a room and announce itself before you arrive.

When should I wear Calvin Klein Truth?+

Calvin Klein Truth is best worn during spring, summer, autumn, and winter. The note profile makes it well suited to daily wear, date night, evening, sport / outdoor, and formal. ScentCast pairs it with live weather and your calendar so you only reach for it on the right days.

Do I need to reapply Calvin Klein Truth during the day?+

Based on the note structure, a single morning application usually carries through the full day. Heat and humidity will shorten longevity; cooler weather and moisturised skin will extend it.

Is Calvin Klein Truth worth adding to a fragrance collection?+

Calvin Klein Truth fits collectors looking for spicy, woody, and citrus signature. ScentCast members can add Calvin Klein Truth to their collection and the app will surface it on the days the weather, occasion, and personal taste align — turning a single bottle into an informed rotation pick rather than a guess.

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