Is Fragrance World Deux Cent Douze VIP Black a dupe of Carolina Herrera 212 VIP Black Elixir?
212 VIP Black Elixir EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2017 | Year | 2021 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Deux Cent Douze VIP Black EDP
While both share a similar DNA, 212 VIP Black Elixir is more divisive, with some praising its bold, youthful vibe and others criticizing its synthetic quality and performance issues. Deux Cent Douze VIP Black offers a more consistently pleasing experience. It's often compared to YSL La Nuit de L'Homme, providing a reliable, high-end feel with a sweeter, darker profile. If you prefer a safer, more versatile option, Deux Cent Douze is the winner. However, if you're drawn to risk and potential, 212 VIP Black Elixir might be worth exploring.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want a fragrance that is bold and youthful.
- You're willing to gamble on a potentially unique scent.
- You like fragrances that spark strong opinions.
- You prefer a safer, more crowd-pleasing scent.
- You appreciate fragrances with a high-end feel.
- You want a reliable fragrance reminiscent of YSL LNDL.
- You need a versatile fragrance for various occasions.
This one's a proper mixed bag. Some reckon it's a stellar night out scent, a compliment magnet for the younger crowd. Others dismiss it as a generic, synthetic mess with woeful performance, a victim of reformulation. Expect it to be divisive.
A sweet, dark designer scent that's a versatile crowd-pleaser. If you're looking for something reliable, high-end, and reminiscent of YSL La Nuit de L'Homme, this is a solid bet. It’s well-liked and deserves more attention.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its sweet and aromatic profile, coupled with a generally moderate performance, makes it unsuitable for professional settings. It shines on dates and casual nights out where its playful charm and 'clubbing' vibe can be appreciated, though some find it versatile enough for formal evening events.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its sweet and aromatic profile, along with a darker edge, makes it highly suitable for dates and evening events. While not overly loud, its refined character allows it to work for casual wear and even formal settings, though perhaps a bit too alluring for a strictly professional office. It's definitely not a sport fragrance.
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.
Every one of its 6 notes is in the original, including Anise, Absinth, Vanilla
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
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International (2)
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