Carolina Herrera 2020 EDP

M ££ Acquired

VIP Black Red

by Juliette Karagueuzoglou , Carlos Benaïm

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Carolina Herrera VIP Black Red is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Juliette Karagueuzoglou and Carlos Benaïm. VIP Black Red opens with Cardamom, Ginger, and Allspice, settles into a heart of Absinth, and dries down to a base of Leather and Guaiac Wood. Carolina Herrera's VIP Black Red carries an Acquired verdict, a green-led wear.

A modern, youthful twist on the original VIP Black, VIP Black Red delivers a spicier, warmer punch that's perfect for making a statement. It's a crowd-pleaser for those who enjoy popular clubbing scents, though not a groundbreaking profile.
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  • Modern
  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Energetic
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VIP Black Red Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Allspice42%
Cardamom29%
Ginger29%
Heartas listed
Absinth100%
Baseas listed
Leather58%
Guaiac Wood42%

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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall
Also Works:
Spring Winter

An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its moderate projection and general warmth make it suitable for dates and nights out. While some find it versatile enough for daytime, its bold character and association with clubbing scents push it away from higher office or sporty scores.

About

This scent opens with a lively burst of fresh spice- think zesty ginger and aromatic cardamom, backed by a warm hint of allspice. The heart introduces a distinctive, slightly bitter absinthe note, evoking a boozy, velvet-like character. It settles into a smooth, leathery base, softened by warm guaiac wood, for an overall sophisticated yet assertive drydown.

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