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by Carolina Herrera Eau de Parfum bottle by Carolina Herrera EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
F Gender F
1988 Year -
££ Price Tier ££
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - by Carolina Herrera EDP
A truly divisive 80s powerhouse, Carolina Herrera is a bombastic white floral that screams 'boss lady' to some and 'old lady' to others. Definitely not a blind buy unless you live for huge tuberose and unapologetic civet.
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Our Verdict - Caracas For Women EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Carolina Herrera. It leans on Green Notes, Citruses, Tuberose to evoke the original's signature character at a budget-friendly price - a practical pick for fans who want the vibe without the designer outlay.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
by Carolina Herrera EDP
Caracas For Women EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Apricot 22% vs 20%
Orange Blossom 21% vs 20%
Green 20% vs 20%
Rosewood 18% vs 20%
Bergamot 17% vs 20%
Shared Notes
Tuberose 20% vs 14%
Jasmine 16% vs 14%
Ylang-Ylang 13% vs 14%
Narcissus 13% vs 14%
Honeysuckle 12% vs 14%
Hyacinth 12% vs 14%
Shared Notes
Civet 17% vs 14%
Musk 14% vs 14%
Amber 14% vs 14%
Oakmoss 14% vs 14%
Sandalwood 13% vs 14%
Vetiver 13% vs 14%
Cedar 12% vs 14%

Accords

by Carolina Herrera Caracas For Women
100%
White Floral
85%
58%
Green
61%
58%
Tuberose
58%
57%
Animalic
Citrus
54%
52%
Woody
49%
Musky
47%
Powdery
45%
Floral
White Floral shared
100%
85%
Green shared
58%
61%
Tuberose shared
58%
58%
57%
54%
52%
49%
47%
45%

Performance

by Carolina Herrera Caracas For Women
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Strong
Projection
Intimate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

by Carolina Herrera

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

This perfume's immense strength and sillage mean a very light hand is needed for professional settings, making it less suitable for office wear. However, its bold, sophisticated floral and animalic character, often described as 'sexy' and 'elegant' by reviewers, makes it perfect for date nights and formal events. Its 'powerhouse' nature means it can overwhelm in casual, close-quarter situations.

Caracas For Women

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

Reach for it across spring and summer, where the floral signature sits most naturally; outside those months its softer projection thins out faster.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

This one suits casual and daily settings; the easy, breezy character keeps it versatile for date rotation too.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
93%
Key Similarities

Both lean white floral, tuberose, green

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

by Carolina Herrera EDP
Caracas For Women EDP
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