Carolina Herrera 2022 Edp

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212 VIP Black Smiley

by Carlos Benaïm , Juliette Karagueuzoglou

Carolina Herrera 212 VIP Black Smiley is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022, created by Carlos Benaïm and Juliette Karagueuzoglou. 212 VIP Black Smiley opens with Neroli, Blood Orange, and Ginger, settles into a heart of Lavender, Pepper, and Sesame, and dries down to a base of Almond, Vanilla, and Skin Musk. Carolina Herrera's 212 VIP Black Smiley carries an Acquired verdict, a fresh spicy-led wear.

This one's a bit of a mixed bag; some find it a delightful twist on a classic, while others think it misses the mark. It's got that spicy vanilla kick with a playful citrus edge, but be warned, longevity might be an issue for some. Give it a sniff, you might just be pleasantly surprised.
  • Modern
  • Playful
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Edgy
212 VIP Black Smiley Eau de Parfum bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 17%
Floral 8%
Fruity 5%
Green 4%
Sweet 29%
Warm 26%
Woody 2%
Earthy 6%
Animalic 6%
Fresh 16%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall
Also Works:
Spring Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its fresh spicy and citrus opening makes it suitable for casual wear, with the vanilla and almond providing a seductive edge for dates. However, the less-than-stellar longevity reported by some users and the unique sweet accords mean it's not ideal for formal settings or intense office environments.

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About

Opens with a lively burst of blood orange and neroli, zesty and invigorating. This citrus fanfare soon settles into a distinct spicy heart, where peppery notes meet the unusual, nutty aroma of sesame, all softened by a hint of calming lavender. The dry-down reveals a creamy, slightly sweet blend of almond and vanilla, anchored by a unique 'skin musk' accord for a warm, intimate finish.