212 Men
“212 Men by Carolina Herrera is a Woody Floral Musk fragrance for men”
The Quick Read
Well loved by wearers — a citrus, green composition with a fresh spicy undertone. Voted best for spring and summer wear, leaning masculine.
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Launched in 1999, 212 Men by Carolina Herrera is a Woody Floral Musk fragrance that captures the essence of understated sophistication. Created by Alberto Morillas, Rosendo Mateu, and Ann Gottlieb, this composition opens with green notes and grapefruit, giving way to an aromatic heart of bergamot, lavender, and sage. The base notes of musk, sandalwood, and incense create a warm and powdery finish that lingers on the skin. Known for its distinctive matte-silver cylindrical bottle with cut-out logo and magnetic cap, 212 Men is frequently cited as one of the most recognizable in designer men's fragrance packaging.
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Application Tips
Apply lightly at first — the fresh citrus and green notes are bright but fade within an hour. The powdery musk and woody base notes develop gradually, so it's best to let them settle in close to skin for a more intimate experience.
Alberto Morillas
Founding perfumer · 479 fragrances · Swiss
Alberto Morillas is a Spanish perfumer. He is a master perfumer at Swiss fragrance and flavor firm dsm-firmenich, where his notable creations have included Calvin Klein CK One, Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò and Marc Jacobs Daisy. He has an independent line called Mizensir.
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Designer Carolina Herrera
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The story behind the bottle.
The quiet confidence of a well-dressed man stepping into a boardroom, where every detail is thoughtfully considered.
Fig. 01 — 212 Men, Carolina Herrera
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