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Carolina Herrera · Sold as feminine
212 Silver
The quiet confidence of an afternoon meeting in a sunlit office, where the crisp freshness of citrus meets the delicate embrace of florals and warm woods.
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212 SilverPremium · $100–250
62%Similar accords, often for lessTouch of Sun · Lacoste FragrancesMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 5 of its 8 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2002, 212 Silver by Carolina Herrera is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance that blends vibrant citrus with delicate florals and warm musk. Perfumers Alberto Morillas, Ann Gottlieb, and Rosendo Mateu crafted this composition to evoke a sense of modern elegance and sophistication. The top note of Mandarin Orange introduces a bright freshness, which gives way to the floral heart notes of Peony, Rose, Jasmine, and Pepper. The base notes of Musk and Sandalwood provide warmth and depth, creating a well-rounded scent that is both fresh and sensual.
Two sprays on pulse points will allow the fragrance to develop fully. The Mandarin Orange top note fades within an hour, but the floral heart and musky base notes continue to evolve throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — 212 Silver, 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
Co-created with Ann Gottlieb and Rosendo Mateu
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