Eternity For Men by Calvin Klein

It has that classic fougère profile, but it doesn’t smell old; it does require a certain maturity and presence to wear well. Eternity brings back the wonderful 90s with that clean, crisp, soapy gentleman vibe. I won’t be buying it again since my taste has moved in a different direction, but I’m delighted to have tried it.

It’s fresh, sweet, and delicate, with a woody floral base and citrus notes. The sillage is subtle and, depending on the day, it can fade quickly; it’s not as long-lasting as before.

What does it smell like? They say 300 km/h, but to me, it’s like Yanbal’s Temptation. It’s very fresh and citrusy, more in the classic Calvin Klein style. The Temptation I owned was quite heavy, but this one isn’t; it meets all expectations despite being a 90s classic.

A fragrance that any herbal lover must have. Calvin Klein’s Eternity is an artist when it comes to creating white, wearable, and easy-to-use perfumes. The brand leans heavily on easy-to-understand scents, and this is no exception—it’s one of their best. It’s a citrus-aromatic fragrance that offers freshness and maturity: it greets you with prominent lavender and citrus, then moves into a bouquet of flowers and slightly spicy herbs, before settling into the ruggedness of vetiver and white sandalwood. A fantastic 90s fragrance that never goes out of style.

I still have a little bit left in a bottle from 1995. It was perfect, with great longevity and sillage. The current version smells the same for only five minutes and then fades away. Terrible longevity. Another fragrance they’ve ruined. European perfume houses are scamming their customers.

Not for me; it’s too herbal. I admit it smells elegant and classic, but it just doesn’t suit me. It’s not for young people, more for gentlemen or formal occasions. I tried it as a tester and had to wash my skin afterward, but fair warning: it’s not a bad perfume, just not for me.

A classic green scent everyone knows, but still enjoyable. Better to grab it in a dupe: it lasts longer and smells almost identical. It has citrus, basil, and a touch of musky wood…

A classic that doesn’t last a minute. Smells clean and fresh. There are better options, both from Arab brands and others; this brand is very sporty and scarce… the scent is very personal.

Tested with a few drops. Smells cheap, fresh, and soulless. There are better options.

I own nearly 100 perfumes, but this one has become my signature. I’ve always loved vintage scents, and Eternity captures that crisp, old-school elegance—think Dior’s Eau Sauvage (without copying it), but without the harsh, seventies vibe of Polo Green or Azzaro. Lavender and citrus dominate here; it feels like a 90s Eau Sauvage compared to the original from the 60s. Out of all my fragrances, this is the one that defines me most. It ran out, and I immediately repurchased it because I couldn’t live without it. Yes, it doesn’t last long, and it’s definitely been reformulated, but in this case, I couldn’t care less.

Very commercial, very mass-produced. Very good, very rational. A Toyota. If you prefer a carbureted Harley Davidson, a Jeep Wrangler, an Audi A6, or a vintage Alfa Romeo Spider, this fragrance won’t say anything to you. It’s very good, very rational, very serious, very formal, very ‘should-be’… too much.

This was my first expensive perfume when I was 13 or 14, back around 1990-91. I remember it fondly because a cousin who came from the USA to Mexico left me a full, untouched bottle. I used it quite a bit, but it was my second expensive perfume, OBSESSION FOR MEN from the same brand, that really sealed the deal and became my life’s fragrance. Now, at almost 50, I wouldn’t wear Eternity again, even if it were a gift; it feels heavy, jarring, super generic without personality, and pretty annoying to me now. It brings back nice memories of my adolescence and high school, but unlike its brother OBSESSION FOR MEN, which remains a holy cow in perfumery and a totem of mystical beauty.

To me, Eternity EDT always seemed like a conservative, boring, dad-like scent—fresh without being ozonic or a citrus with a spark for summer. I still see it that way today, but I notice its aroma is too generic, known by everyone, somewhat old-fashioned, even leaning vulgar without actually being so (this was never a drugstore bargain), smelling of cheap geraniol, with ridiculous longevity; after 20 minutes, you can’t even smell it, not even close to the skin, and it’s weaker than a Mimosin punch. Reformulated down? Probably, but hey, even the old batches from the 90s that I knew didn’t last or project much—max 4-5 hours. Personally, I’m done wasting time hunting for vintage batches like a madman. Any compliments? Not on your life. This scent is totally unisex now; the masculine side is what a Presbyterian minister would have. The good thing is the price; it’s not very expensive. If you really like it, go straight for the EDP version—it smells better, more modern, and you’ll get at least 4-5 hours out of it. And if not, grab any of the 100,000 designer fragrances currently on the market at the same or better price.

A classic fragrance: citrusy, herbal, fresh, reflecting a neat, determined man who knows what he wants. I owned it as a teenager and thought it was too refined and strong for my age. Now, at 30, it’s an excellent choice for formal dates or tie-wearing events. It reminds me a lot of Chanel Platinum Egoiste. I’d buy it again just as a pleasant reminder of my first perfumes and for collection purposes, since it has been slightly reformulated.