Eternity for Men Reflections Calvin Klein cologne – a new fragrance for men 2023

Eternity Summer’s new release certainly does not disappoint. A surprising woody aromatic with a bitter and strange top note that is completely new to my nose. Once you are fixated on the mystery of the top notes, the chocolate comes through out of nowhere and settles into a place where it should be – not too strong, with just enough roasted earthiness to add depth that lends a rich gourmand feeling that fades off. I got stonefruits over moss and sandalwood a few hours later. It should be noted the chocolate does not stick around, and is more of an Andes mint.

I love the direction Calvin Klein is taking their Eternity line, which seems to be releasing these flankers for all of Eternity. I personally do not mind, especially with how forward their last releases have been: a coconut spice bomb, followed by a minty watermelon classic, and now a decidedly-male absinth mint chocolate that really wears elegantly. There is a classiness in the blend here: the chocolate note, which often comes off as juvenile, comes across as really stylish due to the earthy supporting base. This is really a classic mossy cologne with an unexpected first act.

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