Eternity Summer 2013
Designed for wearers who prefer delicate marine florals over heavy perfumes, this Eau de Parfum offers a breezy, effortless signature for hot weather. The combination of salty sea notes, watery notes, and crisp bergamot makes it an easy reach when high temperatures turn sweeter fragrances oppressive. Clean cotton flower and tender wisteria keep the heart feeling like sun-dried linen near the coast. With soft white amber and gentle sandalwood grounding the base, it suits anyone seeking an understated office scent, a weekend beach companion, or an uncomplicated warm-weather staple. If you enjoy fresh, aquatic perfumes that stay polite and close to the body, this composition provides an approachable, relaxing option for bright spring and summer days.
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Performance Metrics
658 VOTESOpen Performance Breakdown 1 TAKE
Performance leans moderate based on community consensus. Longevity is led by 31 moderate votes representing 3 to 6 hours of wear, although 25 voters report weaker duration and 21 report longer wear. Projection is predominantly moderate with 45 votes and intimate with 22 votes, keeping the sillage polite and unobtrusive.
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The fragrance centers on a refreshing floral aquatic profile. It opens with vibrant sea notes, watery notes, and zesty bergamot before introducing a soft bouquet of wisteria, cotton flower, and osmanthus. The base settles into smooth musk, creamy sandalwood, and warm white amber, maintaining a clean, powdery fresh feel.
Main Accords
7 MAPPEDThe accords evolve smoothly from aquatic and marine freshness into powdery floral softness. Early on, marine and fresh accords dominate with watery zest. Over the first hour, powdery and floral elements blossom through wisteria and cotton flower, finishing with subtle woody aromatic warmth from sandalwood and white amber.
Community Data
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When to Wear
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It looks easiest to wear in summer and spring. The vote picture leans most toward daytime.
Pros & Cons
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Crisp, thirst-quenching marine and watery notes in the opening.
Gentle floral heart featuring wisteria and powdery cotton flower.
Polite moderate projection that will not overwhelm shared indoor spaces.
Strong community approval with a 4.0 rating across 235 votes.
Overwhelmingly voted as a dependable daytime choice for hot weather.
Refreshing sea breeze feel suited for outdoor spring and summer wear.
Soft white amber and sandalwood dry-down stays clean on skin.
Easy-to-wear casual profile that transitions smoothly from errands to brunch.
WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR
Moderate longevity of 3 to 6 hours may require mid-day reapplication.
25 community voters report weak or very weak staying power on skin.
Intimate dry-down may disappoint shoppers wanting strong sillage.
Narrow seasonal utility with only 7 votes supporting winter wear.
Floral aquatic profile may feel too soft or simple for formal evening events.
Discontinued seasonal 2013 flanker that can be difficult to find in stock.
37 community dislike votes suggest aquatic florals remain polarising for some.
Limited projection makes it ineffective in cold or dry winter weather.
Fragranxe Review
EDITORIAL“Calvin Klein Eternity Summer 2013 Review: Coastal Freshness”
Eternity Summer 2013 by Calvin Klein opens with an immediate burst of cool sea notes, watery notes, and crisp bergamot. The initial spray captures the clean aroma of ocean mist hitting skin on a bright sunny morning. It avoids sharp alcohol blast, leaning instead into a buoyant, thirst-quenching freshness. The bergamot provides just enough zesty citrus lift to keep the aquatic opening energetic and sunny.
Within fifteen to twenty minutes, the salty aquatic rush recedes slightly to reveal a gentle floral core. Wisteria takes center stage with a soft, lilac-like sweetness, joined by powdery cotton flower and a delicate hint of apricot-tinged osmanthus. As it transitions into the dry-down, the floral sweetness softens into a base of clean musk, warm white amber, and pale sandalwood. The woods and amber provide structure without turning the fragrance heavy or warm.
Across its wear cycle, the perfume moves from fresh marine and aquatic tones to a powdery, clean floral character. The marine facets do not disappear entirely; rather, they linger in the background like a cool sea breeze passing over freshly washed cotton. The powdery floral texture ensures it remains soft and comforting rather than sterile or metallic. It creates a calm, personal scent bubble that feels naturally clean throughout the morning.
In terms of performance, community votes place longevity largely in the moderate range, with 31 wearers getting between 3 and 6 hours of wear. A smaller group of 25 voters noted weaker results, while 21 experienced longer longevity. Projection is predominantly moderate (45 votes) or intimate (22 votes), staying roughly an arm's length away before settling closer to the skin. Because of this gentle projection, it excels in casual daytime settings, open-air cafes, relaxed workplaces, and beach walks where heavier scents would feel suffocating.
This release suits fragrance lovers looking for an unpretentious, uplifting warm-weather scent that favors floral freshness over heavy sweetness. It appeals especially to fans of aquatic perfumes who prefer gentle blooms over sharp, sporty aromatics. Conversely, skip this bottle if you demand all-day projection, dense sillage, or complex resinous bases. Wearers who struggle with soft aquatic florals or who want high-impact longevity will likely find this composition too polite.
Overall, Eternity Summer 2013 by Calvin Klein remains a pleasant, well-balanced seasonal flanker that delivers on its ocean-breeze promise. Holding an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 from 235 community voters, it offers dependable summer wearability. If you can locate a bottle at a fair price, it makes a refreshing warm-weather staple for daytime wear.
FAQs
What does Eternity Summer 2013 smell like?+
Eternity Summer 2013 smells like a refreshing, sunlit ocean breeze blending aquatic notes with gentle flowers. It opens with crisp sea notes, watery notes, and bright bergamot. The heart unfolds with powdery cotton flower, wisteria, and osmanthus, resting on a clean base of musk, sandalwood, and white amber for a light, breezy floral profile.
How long does Eternity Summer 2013 last?+
Eternity Summer 2013 typically lasts between 3 and 6 hours on skin. Community voting shows a moderate lifespan led by 31 voters, while 25 voters consider it weak or very weak and 21 report longer wear. Because its aquatic and citrus components dissipate naturally, expect moderate longevity that benefits from a midday touch-up.
What is the projection and sillage of Eternity Summer 2013?+
The projection of Eternity Summer 2013 is primarily moderate to intimate. Out of 99 votes on projection, 45 describe it as moderate (roughly arm's length) and 22 classify it as an intimate skin scent. Only 32 voters find it strong or enormous, making it polite and unobtrusive in close quarters.
Is Eternity Summer 2013 for men or women?+
Eternity Summer 2013 is marketed as a fragrance for women and voters agree with that classification. In community gender polls, 14 voters rated it female and 5 rated it more female, with only one unisex vote and one male vote. Its soft wisteria and powdery cotton flower heart give it an undeniably feminine, clean floral profile.
What season is best to wear Eternity Summer 2013?+
Summer and spring are overwhelmingly the best seasons to wear Eternity Summer 2013. Community voting shows 100 votes for summer and 82 for spring, compared to only 18 for fall and 7 for winter. Its airy watery notes and light florals blossom in warm weather but become subdued and faint in cold temperatures.
Is Eternity Summer 2013 discontinued?+
Yes, Eternity Summer 2013 was a limited seasonal edition released specifically for 2013. Calvin Klein routinely releases annual summer flankers that are produced for one season only. While bottles can still be found through secondary marketplaces and specialty discounters, stock is finite and prices can fluctuate depending on seller inventory.
How does the opening of Eternity Summer 2013 compare to its dry-down?+
The opening is distinctly aquatic and marine, while the dry-down becomes powdery, floral, and subtly woody. The initial spray features cool sea notes and sharp bergamot. Within an hour, wisteria and cotton flower dominate, before drying down into skin-hugging white amber, sandalwood, and clean musk that feels soft and comforting.
What fragrances are similar to Eternity Summer 2013?+
It shares similarities with other fresh seaside perfumes like Calvin Klein Eternity Summer 2014 and Davidoff Cool Water Woman. However, the 2014 version features watermelon and bamboo, while Cool Water leans fruitier and sharper. Eternity Summer 2013 stands out with its specific combination of wisteria, cotton flower, and white amber.
Is Eternity Summer 2013 suitable for office wear?+
Yes, Eternity Summer 2013 is an excellent fragrance for office and professional settings. With 45 votes rating sillage as moderate and 22 as intimate, it stays close to your personal space. The clean, laundry-fresh floral accords and watery bergamot never become heavy, making it polite for shared workspaces.
Should I blind buy Eternity Summer 2013 or sample it first?+
You should sample Eternity Summer 2013 first if possible, given its limited availability and moderate longevity. While 197 positive votes suggest wide appeal among floral aquatic lovers, 37 voters disliked it and 25 reported weak performance. Testing a sample ensures the delicate wisteria and sea notes perform well with your chemistry.
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COMMUNITY DUPESCOREShoppers seeking alternatives can explore classic Calvin Klein Eternity for Women, which provides a much greener, spicier carnation profile without aquatic notes. Calvin Klein Eternity Summer 2014 introduces juicy watermelon in place of the sea breeze accord, while Giorgio Armani Acqua di Gioia offers a sweeter citrus-mint aquatic option with stronger projection.
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