Uploaded January 2021 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Charles-Philippe reviews l'Envol de Cartier, a sophisticated men's fragrance for winter! Learn all about it with our detailed review!
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Video Summary:
00:00 Introduction
This review has been conducted using the Bespoke Unit Fragrance Formula, a quantifiable review matrix that you can learn about via the link above.
00:15 Fragrance Overview
Sadly, this is something of an In Memorium review as it has been reported that Ck2 will be discontinued. It was launched in 2016 and developed by perfumer Pascal Gaurin, he is known for his work with Hugo Boss, Givenchy, and Armani.
01:07 Composition
Ck2 opens with wasabi, bergamot, and violet. Meanwhile, the heart reveals a mineral note with hints of jasmine, orris root, and peonies. Finally, the base settles into a composition of vetiver, ambergris, and sandalwood.
02:35 Wake & Strength
Ck2 is a light fragrance that offers decent enough performance. However, it's overall mild and transitions quickly to a skin scent. Therefore, a travel atomiser is recommended.
03:04 Seasonality
Needless to say, Ck2 is perfect for the summer and it's clear that this was its intended use when launched.
03:24 Third-Party Feedback
Although a generally younger fragrance, Ck2 seem to be widely regarded as a universally enjoyed scent that is both pleasant and inoffensive.
04:16 Impressions
Best worn by a man in his twenties, it's also a great fragrance for teens. It's an ideal daytime casual fragrance for wearing during vacation. In terms of masculinity, it's a unisex fragrance for both men and women.
05:17 Presentation
The stylish bottle resembles a gas canister and is used with the cap that acts as a stand. Meanwhile, the box is understated with a more dramatic sheath, which clearly indicates its unisex use. The atomiser is effective and applies a focused and thick mist. Finally, the value is hard to evaluate given that it has been discontinued. An authentic bottle should cost around $60 online.
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Charles-Philippe reviews l'Envol de Cartier, a sophisticated men's fragrance for winter! Learn all about it with our detailed review!
Buy Now On Amazon: amzn.to/3gzTDjU
Check out the Calvin Klein Ck2 Formula & Read The Review:
bespokeunit.com/articles/fragrance/calvin-klein-ck2
Learn about the Bespoke Unit Fragrance Formula:
bespokeunit.com/fragrance/formula
This Video's Wardrobe:
Shirt: shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1128484&u=1010333&m=59274&urllink=&afftrack=
Suit: Vintage
Vest: click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=84gKhJ8XAxE&mid=41221&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.indochino.com%2F
Tie: Vintage
Video Summary:
00:00 Introduction
This review has been conducted using the Bespoke Unit Fragrance Formula, a quantifiable review matrix that you can learn about via the link above.
00:15 Fragrance Overview
Sadly, this is something of an In Memorium review as it has been reported that Ck2 will be discontinued. It was launched in 2016 and developed by perfumer Pascal Gaurin, he is known for his work with Hugo Boss, Givenchy, and Armani.
01:07 Composition
Ck2 opens with wasabi, bergamot, and violet. Meanwhile, the heart reveals a mineral note with hints of jasmine, orris root, and peonies. Finally, the base settles into a composition of vetiver, ambergris, and sandalwood.
02:35 Wake & Strength
Ck2 is a light fragrance that offers decent enough performance. However, it's overall mild and transitions quickly to a skin scent. Therefore, a travel atomiser is recommended.
03:04 Seasonality
Needless to say, Ck2 is perfect for the summer and it's clear that this was its intended use when launched.
03:24 Third-Party Feedback
Although a generally younger fragrance, Ck2 seem to be widely regarded as a universally enjoyed scent that is both pleasant and inoffensive.
04:16 Impressions
Best worn by a man in his twenties, it's also a great fragrance for teens. It's an ideal daytime casual fragrance for wearing during vacation. In terms of masculinity, it's a unisex fragrance for both men and women.
05:17 Presentation
The stylish bottle resembles a gas canister and is used with the cap that acts as a stand. Meanwhile, the box is understated with a more dramatic sheath, which clearly indicates its unisex use. The atomiser is effective and applies a focused and thick mist. Finally, the value is hard to evaluate given that it has been discontinued. An authentic bottle should cost around $60 online.
Already tried Calvin Klein Ck2 or have any questions? Leave us a comment to let us know your thoughts!
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![What Does Ash Say About A Cigar? Learn About Ashing & Touching Up Cigars With Klaas Kelner
Bespoke Units Paul Anthony & Charles-Philippe discuss cigar ash with Davidoffs Klaas Kelner. Watch our video to learn what information an expert can learn from his cigars ash!
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What Does Ash Say About A Cigar? Learn About Ashing & Touching Up Cigars With Klaas Kelner
Analyzing your cigar is not just about taste and smell. Its also about feel and construction. You can use your sight to analyze the cigar, and the first time you ash is a great time to learn about its construction.
[01:05] Ash example:
Here, CP has about 1 inch of ash. Ash it gently—the first time you do so, observe the shape of the ash still left on the cigar.
This cigars end has a sort of pyramid or cone shape to it; this is a great indication of good construction. A perfect pyramid shape indicates a good blend of tobacco types from different parts of the plant. The leaves are correctly layered, with stronger leaves are towards the inside, and softer leaves are outwards. The strongest leaves require higher heat to burn, hence the pyramid shape.
If the leaves are not properly layered, theres a big risk of your cigar canoeing.
Davidoff uses accordion-style folding, which has a noticeably different result from other methods. Booking, which stacks leaves like a books pages, leaves the stronger parts of the tobaccos to one side. Entubado, a circular rolling method, creates characteristic holes in the cross section.
[03:36] Smoking Speed & Cherry Shape
Many of us have heard the assertion that a pyramid shape results from smoking too fast. However, Klaas points out that the opposite is true; smoking fast pulls in more oxygen, raising the temperature in the middle. This results in tunneling, which could put your cigar out.
If you have a cigar that is all the same type of leaf—100% viso, or seco, you will get a flatter burn. The pyramid shape results mostly from careful leaf distribution by the roller.
[05:12] Ash Length & Quality
CP likes to try and get as long an ash as possible, and asks Klaas: how does a long ash affect smoke quality?
Klaas clarifies that long ash only negatively affects a smoke if it hinders your ability to draw oxygen to the cherry. Mainly, you want to keep it between one and two inches.
You also want to ash it when your cigar starts to go towards the side. Klaas demonstrates that a well-constructed cigar can stand up, ash side down.
[08:20] Helping Your Off-Center Cigar
Pauls cigar burns a bit unevenly, and Klaas demonstrates how to even out such a cigar. Although you can touch it up in a very minor way without ashing, in this case thats not feasible. Without pre-moistening, he ashes it, then uses a single flame torch lighter to catch the slower-burning side up to the other. This unevenness is caused, he explains, by a pocket of extra oil.
Klaas summarizes it thus: maintain your cigars well, light them properly, and smoke in an ideal environment. Dont expect a perfect burn if these conditions arent met.
[11:38] What Does The Burn Line Mean?
Next, CP asks Klaas what the burn line tells you. A thicker burn line indicates an oilier wrapper. It gives a fuller experience with more flavour, but requires more oxygen to burn properly. If you see a thick burn line with a lot of blackened tobacco, its an incomplete combustion.
Ultimately, getting to know cigars better comes with experience. Pay attention when youre smoking, and youll learn more, and begin to understand what every quirk of the ash tells you about your smoke.
REMEMBER to comment! How do you like to ash your cigar? What smoking environment gives you the best experience? Finally, feel free to request any cigar topic youd like us to feature on Bespoke Unit!
Yours,
The Bespoke Unit Team
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