Obsession vs Sublime
Obsession and Sublime overlap 58% in notes and accords; 14 notes appear in both. Obsession lasts longer: longevity 8.6/10 against 8.1/10 for Sublime. Obsession projects more: sillage 8.2/10 against 7.6/10 for Sublime.
At a glance
| Obsession | Sublime | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Calvin Klein | Jean Patou |
| Release year | 1985 | 1992 |
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Rating | 7.7/10760 votes | 8.0/10246 votes |
| Longevity | 8.6/10 | 8.1/10 |
| Sillage | 8.2/10 | 7.6/10 |
When to wear
| Obsession | Sublime | |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn | 40% | 35% |
| Winter | 43% | 28% |
| Spring | 12% | 25% |
| Summer | 4% | 12% |
| Obsession | Sublime | |
|---|---|---|
| Evening | 35% | 28% |
| Nighttime | 33% | 26% |
| Casual | 15% | 16% |
| Daytime | 10% | 18% |
| Office | 6% | 13% |
Notes
In both
- Vanilla
- Bergamot
- Green notes
- Mandarin orange
- Sandalwood
- Rose
- Jasmine
- Cedar
- Coriander
- Vetiver
- Amber
- Civet
- Musk
- Oakmoss
Obsession
Only in this one
- Peach
- Basil
- Exotic spices
- Orange blossom
- Frankincense
Sublime
Only in this one
- Orris root
- Lily
- Ylang-ylang
- Carnation
- Lily of the valley
- Tonka bean
- Styrax
Accords
Obsession
- Floral
- Sweet
- Spicy
- Woody
- Oriental
- Animal
Sublime
- Floral
- Green
- Sweet
- Spicy
- Woody
- Oriental
Frequently asked questions
Which one lasts longer?
Obsession lasts longer: longevity 8.6/10 against 8.1/10 for Sublime.
Which one projects more?
Obsession projects more: sillage 8.2/10 against 7.6/10 for Sublime.
Which one suits winter better?
Obsession suits winter better: winter gets 43% of its season votes, against 28% for Sublime.
Which one suits summer better?
Sublime suits summer better: summer gets 12% of its season votes, against 4% for Obsession.
Which one is rated higher?
Sublime is rated higher: 8.0/10 against 7.7/10 for Obsession.
Which notes do they share?
Notes found in both: Vanilla, Bergamot, Green notes, Mandarin orange, Sandalwood, Rose, Jasmine, Cedar, Coriander, Vetiver, Amber, Civet, Musk, Oakmoss.

