CK One

My father's fragrance. He got a 200ml and after many, many years the bottle still has enough juice which I'm guessing is about 50ml or more to pass on to the next generation. It's old so the smell probably changed over the years so my review will be based from his bottle since we don't have a new one. (I don't think getting a new bottle would be worth it, CK All would be a better choice but honestly you would probably better off with Middle Eastern fragrances.) Now let's move on to the smell, it does smell dated compared to the fragrances we have nowadays but that doesn't mean it's bad. It's a classic, citrus-y (it's also has sweetness, to my nose.) and floral fragrance. The smell alone gives you a warm and cozy feeling and the best part is: anyone you could ever think of could pull this fragrance off. And, this is one of those fragrances which get better when you sweat! Great for school, office and fitness. About it's performance, again since the bottle I have is old and my father stored it in the bathroom which is very bad for your fragrances so for me, the longevity was bad. (No exact number but I'd say it wouldn't last for more than 3-4 hours.) Projection on the other hand was about the same, about moderate I'd say. (If someone were to stand close to you and your shoulders were touching.) for like an hour and a half. And sillage would be...alright I guess. Overall, just don't get a bottle of this one unless you really really want it, or it's a gift meant for someone. It's a safe blind buy in my opinion. There are many fragrances in it's price range that are much, much better.

This fragrance is a good example of what I can't stand about "the fragrance community". The stuff is great. I think it leans a little bit more feminine than masculine, but it's great. I find it to be so unique, even though it was put out so long ago, there isn't much smells like it today. Azzaro Chrome has a bit of that vibe, but that's really it. But if this ever actually gets mentioned any YouTube video, it basically gets trashed. They talk about how it was good at one time but it's been worn too much so now it sucks. Or they complain about reformulations. No. This, the stuff you can buy now, is good. No fragrance is worth hunting down to spend a fortune from some eBay seller in hopes of getting some old formulation. Today's CK One is good. And people complain about longevity. No this isn't some scent you have to scrub off or it'll be on you forever thing. And if you do that ridiculous "one spray behind each ear and one on each wrist, if you're feeling rebellious" nonsense, it'll only last a short period of time. But stop counting your freaking sprays. This idea that if I spray too much I'm gonna offend someone is crazy. No don't go spray on something heavy and immediately jump on an airplane. But sho does that? Who sprays on a scent am immediately gets into a crowd of people? Just wear it. It smells great. It smells different than other stuff people are wearing. And it lasts a decent amount of time IF YOU ACTUALLY WEAR IT

Rating: 9.0/10 CK One by Calvin Klein is a timeless classic, and the one that started it all for me. It’s more than just a fragrance; it’s a time capsule. One spray and I’m instantly transported back to high school: late nights watching infomercials for Pure Moods (the CD set not sold in stores), early mornings, and Nas’ “It Was Written” playing in the background as the soundtrack to my life. This was the scent that defined my high school years, and it’s hands-down the reason I fell in love with fragrances in the first place. While others were into Polo Blue, Clinique Happy, or Hugo Boss, I was all in on CK One and Cool Water. For years, CK One was my daily signature. Clean, citrusy, and effortlessly cool. It struck the perfect balance between fresh and noticeable, just a solid fragrance that always delivered. Even now, in 2025, it still holds up as a gold standard for everyday wear. I’ve owned more bottles of CK One than I can remember, and I always have a bottle on hand, including right now, in 2025. Wearing it today floods me with memories and reminds me why I started this fragrance journey. CK One isn’t just a scent, it’s my foundation. A classic. And for me, it will always be the one that started it all.

This was the first fragrance I smelled on someone and had to get for myself. It’s still my everyday scent and I love how it’s so clean and fresh but the citrus is still prominent enough to cut through the white floral and musky notes and remain refreshing. It’s an intimate scent, where the only people who really smell it are my friends and family when we hug or sit close to each other, but in that way it’s subconsciously become mine and I smell like that to them, which I don’t mind at all. It just works well on my skin. Only issue is that the scent barely lasts past 3-4h, maybe not even 2 hours in hot subtropical summer. It smells too good not to use though - maybe will opt for a different version next time

I love love love this scent... it’s so light and uplifting. It’s what I imagine those frutiger aero pictures to smell like. If you live in Hong Kong, it smells a bit like that boujee mall IFC, it also smells like a hotel lobby. It’s a beautiful unisex scent, so simple and clean for wearing anywhere. It’s something I love for after the pool or after a shower during the summer. Yes it dissipates so quickly but you do get a lot of product for the price, not to mention it’s always on discount, I got this for 110 HKD (~11 pounds). To increase the longevity for the scent I apply the Spanish cream/moisturiser Xhekpon on the areas I plan to spray, I find they have similar scents.

This is the scent of the 90s. Reminds me of honeysuckles. Spring in a bottle. Smells like life before Social Media and "influencers." Smells like life before the housing market crash in 2008. Smells like when kids actually played outside after school. NOT Dated- Nostalgic. NOT Cheap- Inexpensive/good value. A Niche company could bottled this juice, sell for $200 and people would buy it, because it is just that good. Its only weak point, is the fairly weak longevity, sillage and projection. But at least it isn't cloying. I will always have a bottle of this- it is just too easy, too pleasant, too calming, too refreshing to be without. A staple.

This is one of my favorite scents since I was a teen. It's actually the first actual bottle of perfume I ever bought besides cheap body sprays. It's very fresh and clean smelling. The citrus is very strong and the green tea keeps the green freshness going after the dry down. It's a very neutral scent that is unlikely to be too much or offensive smelling to many people. It can fade a little too quick, but it stays well on clothing. It's also quite affordable still. I got the 6.7oz refill bottle for $30 something a couple years ago and I've probably used less than a tenth of it.

You just can't go wrong with this. It is perfect for cold and warm seasons, specially warm seasons. I love it so much! It is definitely one of my favourite perfumes! However, I must say it doesnt stay long on the skin. It stays about 1-2 hours. I'd recommend it for a teenager or young person who goes to university. It is perfect for the everyday. It is not very daring nor too akward. It is just in the middle. It is a fragrance of people who don't want to be too arrogant but at the same time still want to be taken serious. Whenever I apply it, I get very happy and lively!

The fragrance equivalent of a clean white t-shirt and zero responsibilities. Pure 90’s nostalgia! CK One is history. Fresh citrus, green tea and soft musks created one of the cleanest and most universally wearable fragrances ever made. It perfectly captured that minimalist 90s aesthetic: effortless, casual and unisex before that became mainstream marketing language. Even today, it still smells refreshing and easygoing. The kind of fragrance that instantly transports you to a simpler era where the biggest concern in life was choosing the next MTV music video to watch.

It's still a hit today. My 18-year-old son smells fantastic when he wears this perfume. It has good longevity and projection. Great value for money in terms of quality. The success of this creation by Alberto Morillas had such a huge impact on the global market that, within a few years, people started to consider it generic. The first reason was that almost everyone had been using it since the mid-90s, and the second was the large number of imitations that appeared. Despite this, it has stood the test of time and here it is, better than ever. Enjoy!

Celebrating our 31 years together. Still iconic, simple and free spirited with a timeless cool factor. Batches of last 8 to 10 years are shining on my skin with dominant cottony musky tones and powdery iris. This is a part of the history, still reminiscent of the cool people of the 90s alongside with Paco Rabanne’s Paco, one of my mother’s signatures. So these two to me are very, very dear. I love wearing Morillas’ signature freshie approach on my skin and I also love seeing hints of One and Paco in today’s cool niche freshies.

Like others have noted I believe this fragrance has been underrated within the frag community, clearly as a consequence of it's success but also I believe like Azzaro Chrome it can be a little too gossamer and gentle, somewhat easy to overlook. It reminds me of Chrome but even better, I also get more than shades of Creed SMW, in fact it scratches that itch well enough I'm holding off my plans of getting a SMW clone(at least for now). A down to earth staple that everyone should consider.

The perfume I used in high school. I live in a hot city so I could use it in all seasons. I still have a bottle. I use it on summer vacations. It's a scent I like. It's clean and fresh, but it reminds me of a cologne. A phenomenal scent. It used to be a signature perfume, but now there are so many perfumes, the options have increased. Even though it's old, the memories are still fresh. If you live by the sea, you should definitely get a bottle!!!

Nostalgic & Outstanding. The notes work so well together and they really do uplift your mood when wearing this. It's an easy, no risk fragrance to grab when I want to smell good but use it in a casual way. Fresh, citrusy and soapy profile and one of my favourites. The only downside is that it barely lasts past 4 hours. So i find myself needing to reapply fully. Projection is intimate/arms length. Price point is good too. 9/10

Nostalgic. I wore this so much in high school. It was such a vibe back then, and to be honest, it still is. Every time I smell this I'm transported back to the 90s. Its got that 90s hairspray thing going on and I absolutely love it!! It's fresh, clean, 100% unisex, attractive, simple, but really hits the spot when you just want something cool and crisp on those hot summer nights. In one word: iconic

I love this perfume on my boyfriend(and myself)! At first it smells like a generic after shave:/ but after it dries down........SO GOOD. Such a clean smell, cotton-y with a perfect amount of citrus and florals.Soft,fresh,not too much. It's perfect if you want to smell nice for people close to you, very intimate. It sticks to the skin better than to clothes!

A lot of people think that it smells old or outdated... well I don’t basically at the opening quite sharp citruses too masculine at the opening But at the drydown i get the littlest flowers which makes it smells unisex but still masculine soo masculine If u want this fragrance but in a very feminine way uu neeeddd to try yellow diamond versace

I dont understand the CK1 hate? Its a fresh and clean scent that obviously doesn't last the longest, but im not sure what you expect from a cheaper perfume. Other than how long it lasts, i dont have any problems with this perfume. Its calming and refreshing, and sometimes thats all you need from a scent! Overall a beautiful and clean jasmine.

Such a clean fresh fragrance and such an iconic, classic 90s scent! I smell citrus and vaguely floral notes. It's def unisex, I can totally see either a man or a woman pulling this off. I'm kinda sad I just pulled this out today as summer is ending because it's such a perfect hot weather scent. Definitely cooling and refreshing to smell.

Woooowwww i was joookiiinggggg this is AMAZING Suppperrrrr balanced citrus/floral/green scent Without those flowers in the heart it wouldn’t be as good Unisex leaning masculine but super cold icy a little airy citrusy fragrance but guys this is suppperr icy and cold it’s like breathing the freshest cold mountain dew