212 VIP Black by Carolina Herrera
Brand: Carolina Herrera
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Boozy absinthe, anise and fennel open onto lavender over black vanilla husk and musk. A nightlife fougère by Carlos Benaim and Anne Flipo.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2017 · Men
Key accords: Absinthe, Anise, Fennel, Lavender, Vanilla, Musk
Top Notes
- Absinthe
- Anise
- Fennel
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Occasions: Night Out, Party, Evening
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
212 VIP Black by Carolina Herrera belongs to the aromatic fragrance family. Boozy absinthe, anise and fennel open onto lavender over black vanilla husk and musk. A nightlife fougère by Carlos Benaim and Anne Flipo. 212 VIP Black opens with Absinthe, Anise, and Fennel. The heart brings Lavender. It dries down to Vanilla and Musk.
How to wear 212 VIP Black
On skin, 212 VIP Black by Carolina Herrera has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for night out, party, and evening. Its best layering match in the catalog is Memoir Man by Amouage. Apply 212 VIP Black first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Memoir Man on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays 212 VIP Black : 2 sprays Memoir Man and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
212 VIP Black opens with Absinthe, Anise, and Fennel.
The heart brings Lavender.
It dries down to Vanilla and Musk.
What to layer with 212 VIP Black
Memoir Man by Amouage
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Aromatic and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share absinthe, lavender, and vanilla.
Order: Apply 212 VIP Black first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Memoir Man on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays 212 VIP Black : 2 sprays Memoir Man
Original Santal by Creed
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Aromatic and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share lavender and musk.
Order: Apply 212 VIP Black first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Original Santal on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays 212 VIP Black : 2 sprays Original Santal
Amber Oud Black Edition by Al Haramain
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Aromatic and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share vanilla and musk.
Order: Apply 212 VIP Black first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Amber Oud Black Edition on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays 212 VIP Black : 2 sprays Amber Oud Black Edition
Portfolio Royale Stallion by Al Haramain
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Aromatic and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share lavender and vanilla.
Order: Apply 212 VIP Black first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Portfolio Royale Stallion on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays 212 VIP Black : 2 sprays Portfolio Royale Stallion
Amber Oud Aqua Dubai by Al Haramain
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Aromatic and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share vanilla and musk.
Order: Apply 212 VIP Black first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Amber Oud Aqua Dubai on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays 212 VIP Black : 2 sprays Amber Oud Aqua Dubai
Pairings to approach with care
Ombre Nomade by Louis Vuitton
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Not Recommended · 31/99
Ombre Nomade has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Ombre Nomade brings an oriental contrast to this aromatic scent.
Order: Apply 212 VIP Black first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Ombre Nomade on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays 212 VIP Black : 1 spray Ombre Nomade
Overture Man by Amouage
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Not Recommended · 33/99
Overture Man has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Overture Man brings an oriental contrast to this aromatic scent.
Order: Apply 212 VIP Black first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Overture Man on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays 212 VIP Black : 1 spray Overture Man
Related fragrances and why
- Memoir Man by Amouage — Both include absinthe, lavender, and vanilla.
- Original Santal by CreedTrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include lavender and musk.
- Amber Oud Black Edition by Al Haramain — Both include vanilla and musk.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for 212 VIP Black?
212 VIP Black opens with Absinthe, Anise, and Fennel. The heart brings Lavender. It dries down to Vanilla and Musk.
How long does 212 VIP Black last, and how strong is it?
212 VIP Black by Carolina Herrera has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear 212 VIP Black?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits night out, party, and evening.
What layers well with 212 VIP Black?
Memoir Man by Amouage is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Aromatic and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share absinthe, lavender, and vanilla. Apply 212 VIP Black first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Memoir Man on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays 212 VIP Black : 2 sprays Memoir Man.
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