212 Summer Cocktail
“212 Summer Cocktail by Carolina Herrera is a Floral Fruity fragrance for women”
The Quick Read
Respected, if divisive — a citrus, fruity composition with a white floral undertone. Voted best for year-round wear, leaning feminine.
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Launched in 2000 by Carolina Herrera and crafted by perfumer Alberto Morillas, 212 Summer Cocktail captures the essence of a lively summer evening. The fragrance opens with bright citrus notes — lemon, kumbaru, grapefruit, orange, and mandarin orange — creating an invigorating freshness that feels like an afternoon spent in the sun. These top notes give way to a heart of freesia, jasmine, clementine, gardenia, apple, pear, and pineapple, infusing the composition with a vibrant fruity-floral bouquet. The base notes of sandalwood and musk provide warmth and depth, grounding the lively top and middle layers.
Composition & Character
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How It Wears
Application Tips
Start with one generous spray — the bright citrus opening is energizing but fades quickly, so you want to capture that initial burst. The fruity-floral heart lasts longer, making it perfect for daytime or early evening events.
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 clink of glasses at a rooftop party where citrus zest meets juicy fruits and delicate florals in the warm evening air.
Fig. 01 — 212 Summer Cocktail, Carolina Herrera
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