The scent opens with an addictive citrus blend highlighting crisp Bergamot and fresh Lavender Absolute. Rugged and earthy Vetiver Oil—responsibly sourced from Haiti—is the heart of the fragrance, connecting the textural elements with a rich and alluring base of Amber notes.

Addictive. Calvin Klein Defy is a daring contrast of invigorating freshness and powerful woods.
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Dare to Defy.
Top notes: Bergamot oil, mandarin oil, cedar leaf oil.
Mid notes: Lavender absolute, sage clary oil, notes of violet leaf.
Base notes: Vetiver oil, notes of amber, musk note.