Sophia GrojsmanThe nose · 55 fragrances · also made Yvresse Eau de Toilette Legere (1997)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Calvin Klein · Sold as feminine
Eternity
The calm of a family picnic on the beach, where serene moments are captured and cherished.
Full bottle: Mid-range tier, typically $40–100. Links open each seller's own page. We may earn a commission; it never changes the order.
EternityMid-range · $40–100
48%Similar accords, often for lessRuh Al Teeb · RasasiBudget tier, under $40 · shares 6 of its 13 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Eternity by Calvin Klein was launched in 1988 as a deliberate shift from the provocative advertising of earlier releases like Obsession. Perfumer Sophia Grojsman crafted this fragrance around serene, minimalist accords that blend green and aromatic notes with white florals and warm spices. The composition opens with fresh greens and freesia before transitioning into a heart of carnation, lily-of-the-valley, and jasmine, all anchored by the warmth of sandalwood and amber. This transition from crisp freshness to soft floral warmth makes Eternity a lasting classic that resonated deeply upon its launch, grossing roughly $35 million in its first year.
Eternity's fresh top notes will fade within an hour, so apply it in the morning for daytime wear. The floral warmth and powdery base emerge after this initial burst, making it ideal for a full day of subtle scent presence.
Fig. 01 — Eternity, Calvin Klein
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Sophia Grojsman
As a child, in Belarus, this perfume queen-to-be would run around the garden smelling roses and jasmine, leaving her toys untouched, dismissed.
The Eternity line
66 fragrances, compared side by side
Designer Calvin Klein
More from the house · founded 1968 · United States
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The originalEternityCalvin Klein · Mid-range · $40–100RasasiRuh Al TeebShares 6 of its 13 notesunder $40★ 3.85 (62)
With Calvin Klein Calvin Klein
Adds woody, rose and earthy; shares rose and carnation and 5 more notes.
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What people
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 28%, disliked or hated by 27%.