From a cultural perspective, this cologne is firmly associated with the minimalist ("heroin") chic of the mid-'90s. Yet although its debut resulted in overuse by men, women, children, and possibly their pets, it is truly a classic fragrance when you break it down.<br /><br />CK One is the love-child of European citrus colognes like 4711 and Eau Sauvage, and the hippie musk oils of the '70s and '80s. Together, these notes combined to create something novel at the time: a bracing fragrance that could be used lavishly, yet one with staying power and a soft, warm-skin sensuality (provided by the musks).<br /><br />I remember smelling this on a boyfriend's leather jacket soon after it came out, and thinking there was nothing sexier in the history of perfume. I still think it's pretty swell. Extremely office-friendly, thanks to its lingering but delicate and clean presence. Sporty and casual, but sexy. A great creation-- even if it borrowed liberally from the past.
Rating:
[5 of 5 Stars!]