Acquired

Carolina Herrera 2019 EDP

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212 VIP Black Extra

by Carlos Benaïm , Juliette Karagueuzoglou

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Carolina Herrera 212 VIP Black Extra is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019, created by Carlos Benaïm and Juliette Karagueuzoglou. 212 VIP Black Extra opens with Grapefruit, Rum, and Coca-Cola, settles into a heart of Leather, Oakmoss, and Lavender, and dries down to a base of Cacao Pod and Musk. Carolina Herrera's 212 VIP Black Extra carries an Acquired verdict, a warm spicy-led wear.

This flanker from Carolina Herrera is a divisive one. Fans adore its boozy cola uniqueness, hailing it as a party masterpiece. Detractors, however, find it lacks innovation and falls short on performance considering its EDP status. Love it or leave it, it's certainly memorable.
  • Bold
  • Energetic
  • Sensual
  • Modern
  • Confident
212 VIP Black Extra Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

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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:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its sweet, boozy, and warm spicy character, coupled with good longevity and sillage, makes it perfect for evening dates and casual outings. It's too bold and potentially distracting for office wear and lacks the fresh sportiness for active use. Some reviews noted it as a club banger, reinforcing its party-ready nature.

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About

Opens with an intoxicating gulp of boozy rum and fizzy Coca-Cola, brightened by a hint of grapefruit. As the initial sweetness settles, a smooth leather heart emerges, softened by aromatic lavender and earthy oakmoss. The dry down is a warm, musky embrace, with a delicious hint of powdery cacao adding gourmand depth. A complex cocktail of notes with surprising warmth.