Carolina Herrera 1999 EDT

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212 Men

by Alberto Morillas , Ann Gottlieb , Rosendo Mateu

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Carolina Herrera 212 Men is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1999, created by Alberto Morillas, Ann Gottlieb, and Rosendo Mateu. 212 Men opens with Spicy Notes, Green Notes, Bergamot, and Grapefruit, settles into a heart of Violet, Gardenia, Ginger, and Sage, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, Vetiver, and Guaiac Wood. Carolina Herrera's 212 Men carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

Divisive yet undeniably iconic, 212 Men is a fresh, green time capsule. Some declare it a timeless masterpiece, others a dated relic. If you're after that unmistakable pre-social media NYC swagger, this could be your juice.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Clean
  • Modern
  • Classic
  • Confident
  • Masculine
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212 Men Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its fresh, clean profile makes it an excellent choice for casual wear, office environments, and sports. While its projection has been debated, it's generally considered versatile enough for dates, though perhaps not the top pick for highly formal events.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT., AQUA (WATER), PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), LINALOOL, LIMONENE, GERANIOL, CITRONELLOL, HYDROXYCITRONELLAL, BENZYL SALICYLATE, HEXYL CINNAMAL, COUMARIN, CITRAL, BENZYL BENZOATE, CI 60730 (EXT. VIOLET 2), CI 42090 (BLUE 1), CI 19140 (YELLOW 5).

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Another shop's list names the same allergens.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

212 Men opens with a vibrant, almost metallic burst of green grass and zesty grapefruit, sharpened by a touch of spicy ginger. As it settles, a clean, aromatic heart of violet and sage emerges, lending a refined edge. The dry down is a smooth blend of musky woods and a whisper of incense, creating a masculine yet approachable aura that lingers.

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Where to buy

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