Carolina Herrera 1988 EDP
by Carolina Herrera
by Carlos Benaïm , Clément Gavarry , Rosendo Mateu
Carolina Herrera by Carolina Herrera is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1988, created by Carlos Benaïm, Clément Gavarry, and Rosendo Mateu. by Carolina Herrera opens with Green, Bergamot, Orange Blossom, and Rosewood, settles into a heart of Hyacinth, Jasmine, Tuberose, and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Cedar, and Sandalwood. Carolina Herrera's by Carolina Herrera carries an Acquired verdict, a white floral-led wear.
A truly divisive 80s powerhouse, Carolina Herrera is a bombastic white floral that screams 'boss lady' to some and 'old lady' to others. Definitely not a blind buy unless you live for huge tuberose and unapologetic civet.
- Bold
- Feminine
- Confident
- Sophisticated
- Elegant
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Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
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This perfume's immense strength and sillage mean a very light hand is needed for professional settings, making it less suitable for office wear. However, its bold, sophisticated floral and animalic character, often described as 'sexy' and 'elegant' by reviewers, makes it perfect for date nights and formal events. Its 'powerhouse' nature means it can overwhelm in casual, close-quarter situations.
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