LavenderOpens with
PlumHeart
CedarDries down to
Domitille Michalon-BertierThe nose · 13 fragrances · also made Invictus Victory Elixir (2023)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Carolina Herrera · Sold as masculine
Bad Boy Cobalt Parfum Electrique
The hush of an early morning subway ride, where the air is crisp and the day ahead feels full of possibility.
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Bad Boy Cobalt Parfum ElectriquePremium · $100–250How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2022 by Carolina Herrera, Bad Boy Cobalt Parfum Electrique was crafted by perfumer Domitille Michalon Bertier as a fresher, brighter alternative to the original sweet Bad Boy. This Woody Aromatic fragrance opens with the crisp freshness of lavender and pink pepper before transitioning into fruity plum and earthy vetiver. The base notes of cedar, truffle, and oak add a rich warmth that anchors the composition.
Despite its strong sales figures, enthusiast reviews often praise its wearability while criticizing its longevity as weak for an EDP. This makes it feel like a fleeting moment rather than a lasting impression.
Given its short-lived nature, apply this fragrance more frequently throughout the day rather than expecting it to last for hours. Its bright top notes are best enjoyed close to the skin, making it perfect for a quick spritz during the day.
Fig. 01 — Bad Boy Cobalt Parfum Electrique, Carolina Herrera
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Domitille Michalon-Bertier
Perfume as a library of smellsDomitille Michalon Bertier is a Vice President Perfumer at IFF who trained at ISIPCA between 1992 and 1994, part of the school's YSL promotion, and joined IFF as a trainee in 1994 before being promoted to Senior Perfumer in 2007.
The Bad Boy line
11 fragrances, compared side by side
Designer Carolina Herrera
More from the house · founded 1980 · Venezuela
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Adds citrus, green and white floral; shares three accords.
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A community favourite: loved by 54%, disliked or hated by 6%.