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Carolina Herrera · Sold as masculine
212 Men MTV
The sharp bite of pepper and cardamom in a bustling city street market, where the warm tobacco notes evoke the cozy comfort of an evening spent indoors.
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212 Men MTVPremium · $100–250
35%Similar accords, often for lessCK One Shock For Him · Calvin KleinMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares cardamom, tobacco and woodsy notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2024, 212 Men MTV by Carolina Herrera is a Woody Aromatic fragrance that marries the sharpness of Sichuan pepper and cardamom with the warmth of tobacco and woody notes. The composition opens with an aromatic freshness that cuts through with the bright spiciness of elemi and gardenia, creating a dynamic contrast between crisp and warm elements. This balance is further accentuated by the balsamic sweetness and coniferous depth, which ground the scent in a rich, complex embrace.
Apply one or two sprays to your pulse points for a balanced experience. The Sichuan pepper top note is particularly vibrant but fades quickly, giving way to the more enduring warmth of tobacco and woods. This fragrance is best enjoyed close to skin rather than in wide sillage.
Fig. 01 — 212 Men MTV, Carolina Herrera
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What people
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Warmly received so far: loved by 43%, disliked or hated by 10%.