Orange BlossomOpens with
GardeniaHeart
White MuskDries down to
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Carolina Herrera · Sold as feminine
212 NYC Body Spray
The rush of stepping into an bustling urban coffee shop — where the bright citrus notes mix with the sweet aroma of fresh flowers, and the powdery musk creates a cozy atmosphere.
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212 NYC Body SprayPremium · $100–250
49%Similar accords, often for lessVera Wang · Vera WangMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 6 of its 10 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2012, 212 NYC Body Spray by Carolina Herrera is a Floral Fruity fragrance that embodies the vibrant energy of New York City. This scent opens with bright citrus notes like mandarin orange and bergamot, which blend seamlessly into a heart of white florals such as orange blossom and gardenia. The base notes feature powdery musk and woody accords, creating a warm and enveloping finish.
This fragrance is best applied in two light sprays to allow its layers to unfold gradually. The top notes are particularly vibrant, so it's ideal for daytime wear when you want to capture that lively city vibe.
Fig. 01 — 212 NYC Body Spray, 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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Well loved by wearers: loved by 43%, disliked or hated by 12%.