Cactus FlowerOpens with
LilyHeart
White MuskDries down to
Alberto MorillasThe nose · 479 fragrances · also made Valentino Uomo Intense 2021 (2021)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Carolina Herrera · Sold as feminine
212 NYC Pills
The quiet confidence of stepping out in crisp attire on a brisk autumn day, where fresh florals meet the comfort of soft, warm fabrics.
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212 NYC PillsPremium · $100–250
61%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 2016, 212 NYC Pills by Carolina Herrera is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance crafted by perfumer Alberto Morillas. This scent opens with the brightness of citrus and green accords, specifically bergamot and mandarin orange, that give way to a heart rich in floral notes such as jasmine, rose, and lily-of-the-valley. The composition then settles into a warm musky base with sandalwood, creating an overall sense of freshness and sophistication.
Apply this fragrance sparingly — the bright citrus and green notes fade quickly, leaving the musky base to linger. It pairs well with layered clothing for transitional weather.
Fig. 01 — 212 NYC Pills, 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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Warmly received so far: loved by 38%, disliked or hated by 12%.