Is Perfume Parlour CCXII Attractive a dupe of Carolina Herrera 212 Sexy?
212 Sexy EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| F | Gender | M |
| 2004 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
CCXII Attractive EDP
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- 212 Sexy
- CCXII Attractive
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
Divisive and bold, 212 Sexy splits opinion but consistently delivers intense, long-lasting presence. Calling it "sexy" is a bit on-the-nose (and controversial for some), but it’s undeniably a confident night-out scent that gets noticed.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of 212 Sexy. Built around Bergamot, Mandarin, Pepper, it offers the character of the original at a budget price - a wallet-friendly alternative for fans of 212 Sexy.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Mandarin
26%
vs
32%
Bergamot
26%
vs
36%
Vanilla
22%
vs
28%
Sandalwood
15%
vs
30%
Pink Pepper
47%
Cotton Candy
27%
Musk
21%
Gardenia
21%
Floral Notes
19%
Geranium
18%
Rose
15%
Caramel
15%
Patchouli
13%
Violet
13%
Mandarin
26%
vs
32%
Bergamot
26%
vs
36%
Pink Pepper
47%
Pepper
31%
Cardamom
100%
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
While some find it versatile enough for daily wear, its powerful sillage and long-lasting nature, coupled with its sweet and musky accords, make it more suited for special occasions and cooler weather. Many reviews highlight its effectiveness for date nights and romantic settings.
Seasons
Reach for it across spring and summer, where the citrus 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
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 4 of its 14 notes, including Vanilla, Bergamot, Mandarin
Adds caramel and cotton candy, drops amber and cardamom
Where to buy
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Lowest Upfront
$70.99 plus sales tax
Maple Prime - 2.0 fl oz (60 ml)
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Best Value
$75.99 plus sales tax
Maple Prime - 3.4 fl oz (100 ml) - $22.47/fl oz
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CCXII Attractive EDP
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