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FCUK Him Eau de Toilette bottle FCUK Him EDT
EDT Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2004 Year 2017
£ Price Tier ££
212 VIP Black Elixir Eau de Parfum bottle 212 VIP Black Elixir EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - FCUK Him EDT
A lively aromatic cologne with a playful edge, FCUK Him balances fresh herbs, tea, and vanilla for an accessible, modern masculine scent that's easy to wear and feels effortless.
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Our Verdict - 212 VIP Black Elixir EDP
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.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
FCUK Him EDT
212 VIP Black Elixir EDP

Notes

Only in FCUK Him
Tea 52% Sage 48%
Only in 212 VIP Black Elixir
Lavender 100%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 53% vs 63%
Only in FCUK Him
Patchouli 46%
Only in 212 VIP Black Elixir
Musk 36%

Accords

FCUK Him 212 VIP Black Elixir
85%
Aromatic
100%
Vanilla
96%
Anis
79%
Lavender
77%
75%
Fresh Spicy
44%
Musky
73%
Powdery
66%
Bitter
62%
60%
Herbal
60%
Green
Sweet
60%
45%
Woody
Aromatic shared
85%
100%
96%
79%
77%
Fresh Spicy shared
75%
44%
73%
66%
62%
60%
60%
60%
45%

Performance

FCUK Him 212 VIP Black Elixir
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

FCUK Him

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn

The aromatic and herbal freshness with subtle spicy and woody touches make it ideal for spring and early fall. It works in summer with restraint, but lacks the density for cold winter wear.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Moderate projection and a clean aromatic profile make it versatile for everyday use, office, and casual wear. It is less suited to formal occasions or intense sport due to its relaxed, slightly playful vibe.

212 VIP Black Elixir

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

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.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
80%
Key Similarities

Both lean aromatic, fresh spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

FCUK Him EDT
212 VIP Black Elixir EDP
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