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CedarDries down to
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Carolina Herrera · Sold as feminine
212 Heroes Forever Young
The rush of excitement as you step into an elevator on your way to an important meeting, with the bright scent of raspberry and mandarin orange mingling with the subtle floral notes of jasmine.
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212 Heroes Forever YoungPremium · $100–250
56%Similar accords, often for lessDolce Gabbana Pour Femme · Dolce&GabbanaMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 5 of its 9 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2022, 212 Heroes Forever Young by Carolina Herrera is a unisex fragrance that embodies the essence of youthful exuberance. The composition opens with raspberry and mandarin orange, creating a vibrant and fruity freshness that immediately captures attention. This bright start gives way to the delicate florals of orange blossom and jasmine, adding layers of sweetness and sophistication. As it settles into its woody base notes of cedar and sandalwood, 212 Heroes Forever Young maintains an enduring warmth and comfort, making it a versatile choice for any occasion.
This fragrance has a strong initial burst that fades within two hours. For best results, apply it in layers throughout the day. It's perfect for daytime wear as the fruity and citrus top notes are most prominent during the first hour.
Fig. 01 — 212 Heroes Forever Young, Carolina Herrera
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Alberto Morillas
The invisible architectAlberto Morillas is one of the most prolific and celebrated perfumers of the modern era. Born in Seville and trained in Geneva at Firmenich, he possesses an extraordinary gift for constructing fragrances that feel simultaneously complex and effortless.
“Technique is important, but it's the perfumer's soul that makes the difference.”
Alberto Morillas · Mizensir journal ('Nose-to-nose with founder Alberto Morillas'), July 2025
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The original212 Heroes Forever YoungCarolina Herrera · Premium · $100–250Dolce&Gabbana · 2012Dolce Gabbana Pour FemmeShares 5 of its 9 notes$40–100★ 4.01 (7,408)55%Match
Michael Kors · 2015CoralShares 6 of its 13 notes$40–100★ 3.82 (263)53%Match
Rochas · 2022Girl BloomingShares 5 of its 9 notes$40–100★ 3.77 (70)
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Adds green, fresh and ozonic; shares raspberry and cedar and 1 more note.
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 38%, disliked or hated by 10%.