212
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| F | Gender | M |
| 1997 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
CCXII 2
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A quintessential fresh floral that balances green, citrus, and soft musk, 212 is understated yet confident - perfect for those who want to smell crisp and effortlessly modern every day.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of 212 - a floral fragrance led by Bergamot, White Lily, with citrus depth. As a budget interpretation it sits lighter and more linear than the designer, but the core signature is there.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 15% | 24% |
| Floral | 36% | 35% |
| Fruity | 4% | 6% |
| Green | 9% | 11% |
| Sweet | 19% | 18% |
| Warm | 1% | 4% |
| Woody | 13% | 22% |
| Earthy | 0% | 0% |
| Animalic | 15% | 10% |
| Fresh | 18% | 18% |
Mood
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Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
212's fresh, airy floral-citrus profile is ideal for spring and summer, capturing the feeling of blooming flowers and crisp mornings. It feels too light and delicate for winter's chill or late autumn.
Occasions
Its understated projection and clean freshness make it perfect for the office and everyday casual wear. It is polite and approachable, though perhaps not dressy enough for formal or sporty enough for athletic contexts.
Seasons
Reach for it across spring and summer, where the floral signature sits most naturally; outside those months its softer projection thins out faster.
Occasions
This one suits casual and daily settings; the easy, breezy character keeps it versatile for date rotation too.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, Citrus, Musky accords and Bergamot, Lily notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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