Carolina Herrera 2011 EDT

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212 VIP Men

by Emilio Valeros , Lucas Sieuzac , Émilie Coppermann

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Carolina Herrera 212 VIP Men is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2011, created by Emilio Valeros, Lucas Sieuzac, and Émilie Coppermann. 212 VIP Men opens with Lime, Pepper, Ginger, and Passionfruit, settles into a heart of Gin, Vodka, Spicy Notes, and Mint, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Leather, and Amber. Carolina Herrera's 212 VIP Men carries a Statement verdict, a spicy-led wear.

A party king in a bottle - 212 VIP Men delivers a unique, charismatic blend of fruity vodka, spicy freshness, and leathery warmth that stands out and makes a statement wherever you go.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Modern
  • Energetic
  • Playful
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212 VIP Men Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Passionfruit28%
Lime25%
Pepper24%
Ginger23%
Heartas listed
Vodka26%
Gin25%
Mint24%
Spicy Notes24%
Baseas listed
Amber35%
Leather33%
Woody Notes32%

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 Fall
Also Works:
Winter

Best for spring and fall due to its energetic fresh-spicy opening and rich base. Summer may feel a bit heavy, while winter performance is solid but not fully suited for deep cold.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Ideal for date nights and nights out thanks to its bold projection and playful boozy accord. Slightly loud for the office but works for casual and some formal events if applied lightly.

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

  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint

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

212 VIP Men explodes with a vibrant cocktail of icy vodka, luscious passionfruit, and biting mint, instantly evoking the energy of a luxe night out. The heart pulses with spicy black pepper, ginger, and a unique salty caviar twist, before settling into a smooth, urban blend of leather, amber, and woods. Brash and magnetic, its bold sillage and modern vibe ensure you're never just another face in the crowd.

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