Man

On first take, for a flash of minute, this looks like a retread of the already well-trodden Dior Fahrenheit model, with that burst of gasoline violet mingled with citrus that the top notes promise. But, in no time at all, at least on my skin, this mutates into a thoroughly American spearmint bubblegum, with only distant spars of spice that linger before settling into that summery, nutmeg kissed calone that is familiar to anyone taking the sun by the pool in the wherever US. The violet returns towards the end, like a distant echo, from a bed of warm, familiar woods. In short, those anchoring for Fahrenheit are better off with Mercedes-Benz Intense. This is billed to Gottlieb but both Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud, behind Acqua di Gio and L'Eau d'Issey, and Harry Fremont, he of CK One and lots and lots of Lauren, had a say in this, and it shows. Is it commercial, not niche in any way? Of course it is. Original? Arguable, if you like losing debates. Is it strangely enjoyable? Well, any kid who has taken pleasure from chewing mint flavored gum on a warm summer day, grass waving in the wind, would not think twice about the answer to that. Is it a great value? No kidding.

I feel as though this is the perfect scent to wear any time, anywhere, any season. I guess the rather broad name "Man" is apt considering how versatile it is. I'd happily wear this day or night, summer or winter, casually or on a date. The top note is rather sweet, in the base I could really smell juicy apples, the dry down is rather masculine. It is a little reminiscent of Calvin Klein Eternity but it seems more mature and a little less summery. Longevity for me was pretty good, reapplied after about 4 hours, sillage is good too. Nice price at $29.99 for 100ml here in Australia. It has the potential to be a signature scent and would make the perfect gift for a gent, I think every kind of man could wear this. I love it!!

If it was 1987 now, I would say it is one of the best scents ever. But in 1988 Fahrenheit came out and there is no place for the obvious copies on my shelf. I will consider it only if Dior discontinues Fahrenheit...never I hope. EDIT...since my firs review I started to like this perfume more and more to the point where I bought it EDIT 2...I changed my mind about this one again :) I swear if you take violet away and put little bit more woods/pepper this is Gucci por Homme. Actualy I think this is lighter and softer version of GpH. I still like the original Gucci better, but i think CK Man can be worn in more situations. The longer I have it more I like it.

I have a unique obsession with this cologne as it was the scent my husband used to wear when we first started dating. It still gives me butterflies whenever I smell it on him - having beautiful scents linked to wonderful memories is one of the best feelings on earth. There isn't too much special with this scent, very basic men's fragrance with woody and spicy notes and a hint of freshness. I would imagine this to be good for a young man, perhaps a teenager who is just starting out with their scent collection. I think it is an excellent basic staple, it is non-offensive and smells very sexy and masculine.

I differ a little bit of some comments below whom didn ́t mention the masculinity and spicy blend in this CK fragance, it might be true that is not a classic CK aroma, it isn ́t either the best aroma of this designer, But It is fresh and innovative. It ́s definelity a manly original fragance for any time and place. The opening is quite herbal, but as soon is drying it become more woodden and citric as well. I just adore Man of CK. Please before you discard the decision of buying Man CK, give yourself the opportunity to try at least once this aroma.