Mandarin OrangeOpens with
Orange BlossomHeart
CoconutDries down to
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Carolina Herrera · Sold as feminine
212 VIP Smiley
The moment when you step into an exclusive lounge after a long day, where the crisp air meets the inviting aroma of coconut and floral notes, making you feel instantly relaxed yet energized.
Mandarin OrangeTop
BergamotTop
LemonTopOrange BlossomHeart
Jasmine SambacHeart
Madagascar Ylang-YlangHeart+3Full bottle: Premium tier, typically $100–250. Links open each seller's own page. We may earn a commission; it never changes the order.
212 VIP SmileyPremium · $100–250
53%Similar accords, often for lessElla Ella · CacharelMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 4 of its 6 notes8 matches →How it wears
From community votes · bars are each option's shareComposition & Character
Notes Pyramid
TopOpening
HeartThe Soul
BaseFoundation
The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2022, 212 VIP Smiley by Carolina Herrera is a unisex fragrance that encapsulates the essence of modern elegance. The composition opens with bright citrus notes from mandarin orange and bergamot, creating an invigorating freshness. As it develops, white florals like jasmine sambac and ylang-ylang mingle with coconut, adding a sweet and warm layer. The base notes of sandalwood and musk provide a powdery, sensual finish that lingers on the skin. This fragrance is a harmonious blend of fresh vibrancy and cozy comfort.
Apply this fragrance liberally on pulse points to capture both its bright citrus top notes and its warm, powdery base. The scent evolves over time, so a few sprays will ensure that it develops fully throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — 212 VIP Smiley, Carolina Herrera
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Émilie Coppermann
Harmony born of oppositesÉmilie Coppermann is a Paris-born perfumer raised by hippie parents and a grandmother devoted to Chanel, whose compositions are known for an elegant signature built on the harmony of opposites and counterintuitive ingredient choices.
“I'll be where I'm least expected.”
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The 212 line
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Designer Carolina Herrera
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What people
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 56%, disliked or hated by 22%.