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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

ObsessionSublime
BrandCalvin KleinJean Patou
Release year19851992
ConcentrationEau de ParfumEau 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

Seasons
ObsessionSublime
Autumn40%35%
Winter43%28%
Spring12%25%
Summer4%12%
Occasions
ObsessionSublime
Evening35%28%
Nighttime33%26%
Casual15%16%
Daytime10%18%
Office6%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

  1. Floral
  2. Sweet
  3. Spicy
  4. Woody
  5. Oriental
  6. Animal

Sublime

  1. Floral
  2. Green
  3. Sweet
  4. Spicy
  5. Woody
  6. 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.