Contradiction

Contradiction, a Soft Floral Woody

Contradiction played on the idea of opposites, fresh and warm at once. Our version keeps that feel, opening with lemon and lavender before a coriander, nutmeg, and rose heart settles over sandalwood, musk, and amber.

The Story Behind the Scent

Calvin Klein built Contradiction around the idea of a woman full of surprises, mixing fresh top notes with a warm, soft base. The idea was easy complexity, refined but never fussy.

That soft balance is why it kept a following. The citrus keeps it fresh, the spice and rose add warmth, and the sandalwood makes it creamy. Since it was discontinued, fans have missed it. Our interpretation keeps it available.

How Our Version Compares to the Original

The original has been discontinued and is now hard to find. Here is how our version compares.

Who It’s For

This is for someone who loves soft, fresh, easy florals. It works day or night and suits most seasons, leaning feminine.

Notes

Top notes: Lemon, Lavender

Heart notes: Coriander, Nutmeg, Rose

Base notes: Sandalwood, Musk, Amber

How it Smells

It opens fresh and bright, with lemon and a touch of lavender.

The heart is soft and spiced, with coriander, nutmeg, and rose.

The base is creamy and warm, with sandalwood, musk, and amber giving a soft, lasting finish.

Common Questions

What does Contradiction smell like?
It is a soft floral woody. Lemon and lavender open it, spicy coriander and rose fill the heart, and a creamy sandalwood and musk base rounds it off.

Is the original still available?
Calvin Klein Contradiction has been discontinued and is now hard to find. Our interpretation brings the scent back within reach.

Is this the same as the Calvin Klein original?
No. This is our own interpretation made to capture the feel of the original. It is not produced by or affiliated with Calvin Klein.

How long does it last?
Built at up to 40% perfume oil, it wears longer than the original.

What size is the bottle?
You can choose between 50 ml and 100 ml, both made in the EU as an eau de parfum concentration.

When should I wear it?
It works day or night and suits most seasons.

Disclaimer

Calvin Klein and Contradiction are trademarks of their respective owners, and all rights remain with them. Parfumour is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or connected to Calvin Klein in any way, and no business relationship of any kind is implied. Our product is an original interpretation created to evoke a similar scent profile, and the trademark names are used purely for honest, descriptive comparison, so that you can quickly identify the style and fragrance family you are looking for. We make no claim to sell the original product, and we do not use the same ingredients or formula. Any similarity lies in the overall impression of the scent as interpreted by our own perfumers, not in the source materials.