Carolina Herrera 2002 EDT

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212 Men Silver

by Alberto Morillas , Ann Gottlieb , Rosendo Mateu

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Carolina Herrera 212 Men Silver is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2002, created by Alberto Morillas, Ann Gottlieb, and Rosendo Mateu. 212 Men Silver opens with Spicy Notes, Petitgrain, and Grass, settles into a heart of Gardenia, Pink Pepper, and Ginger, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, and Incense. Carolina Herrera's 212 Men Silver carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

This is a fresh, green, and subtly spiced number that's still relevant today. It's a classic for a reason: versatile, inoffensive, and reliably pleasant. A solid choice for anyone wanting to smell clean and put-together without shouting about it.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Classic
  • Subtle
  • Modern
212 Men Silver Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Spicy Notes25%

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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall
Also Works:
Winter

Built on green, fresh and fresh spicy - a composition that sits best in spring, summer and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its fresh, green, and musky profile makes it highly adaptable for office and casual wear, providing a clean aura without being intrusive. While not overtly romantic or formal, its sophisticated dryness allows it to work in those settings without feeling out of place. It's too refined for a high-intensity sport scent, but good for a light post-gym refresh.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Opening with a crisp burst of petitgrain and freshly cut grass, this scent immediately evokes a sense of clean, green freshness. A subtle spicy kick from ginger and pink pepper soon emerges, mingling with a hint of creamy gardenia, adding an unexpected depth. It settles into a comforting base of soft sandalwood and musk, with a wisp of powdery incense, leaving a smooth, refined trail that's never overpowering.

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