212 VIP Rosé Elixir
212 VIP Rosé Elixir by Carolina Herrera is a feminine-leaning eau de parfum in the designer price tier. It opens with blackcurrant, lychee and mandarin, moves into rose and freesia and dries down to vanilla, patchouli and musk. Expect around 8 hours of wear, and it projects strongly.
Notes, explained
Opening
- Blackcurrant Tart, dark and slightly catty. Adds bite to florals.
- Lychee Rosy, watery and delicate. Sweet without being heavy.
- Mandarin Soft, sweet, almost powdery citrus. Gentler than orange.
Heart
- Rose Can be jammy, green, peppery or soapy depending on the type. Not one smell.
- Freesia Crisp, slightly peppery floral. Clean and a bit synthetic in a good way.
Dry-down
- Vanilla Sweet, creamy and warm. The most comforting note in perfumery.
- Patchouli Damp earth and dark chocolate. Either you love it or it's your least favourite note.
- Musk Warm, skin-like and slightly sweet. Makes a fragrance feel like you.
Smells like this
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