Carolina Herrera 2018 EDT

F ££££ Acquired

CH Insignia

by Olivier Cresp , Hamid Merati-Kashani

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Carolina Herrera CH Insignia is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2018, created by Olivier Cresp and Hamid Merati-Kashani. CH Insignia opens with Bergamot, Nutmeg, Saffron, and Coriander, settles into a heart of Leather and Rose, and dries down to a base of Amber, Cedar, Patchouli, and Guaiac Wood. Carolina Herrera's CH Insignia carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

This one's a solid, dark horse - a proper leather-oud combo that shifts from fem-leaning to straight-up unisex the longer you wear it. It’s got depth and an intriguing blend of spice and floral that keeps you coming back.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Mysterious
  • Clean
  • Elegant
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CH Insignia Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its strong, warm, and dark accords, particularly leather and amber, make it unsuitable for daily office wear or sport. However, its sophisticated depth and sensual qualities are perfect for evenings, dates, and formal events where you want to make an impression.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot

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

Opens with an intriguing, warm spice hit of saffron and nutmeg, instantly grabbing your attention. As it settles, a smooth, rich leather takes centre stage, beautifully complemented by a soft, non-cloying rose. The base deepens dramatically with smoky incense, dark woods like guaiac and cedar, and a touch of patchouli, all wrapped in a warm amber. There's a subtle sweetness throughout that stops it from becoming too dry or heavy.

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