Carolina Herrera 212 Men NYC Eau de Toilette, launched in 1999 and created by perfumers Alberto Morillas, Ann Gottlieb, and Rosendo Mateu, is a vibrant, woody-green fragrance designed to mirror the dynamic, ever-moving pace of New York City. It’s fresh, masculine, and full of character—perfect for the modern man navigating city life.
The scent opens with a crisp and cool rush of green notes, grapefruit, spices, bergamot, and petitgrain. This intro is invigorating and sharp, creating a clean, contemporary impression that’s instantly recognizable.
As it evolves, the heart introduces a mix of ginger, gardenia, violet, lavender, and sage, adding a green floral character with a lightly herbal undertone. This stage is smooth and balanced, never leaning too sweet or too powdery.
The base is classic and grounding, composed of labdanum, sandalwood, guaiac wood, incense, vetiver, and musk. It dries down into a soft, warm trail that lingers without overpowering, making it office-safe and ideal for long wear.
Performance is moderate, with 5–7 hours of wear and soft-to-moderate projection. It’s not a beast-mode fragrance, but it excels in versatility and everyday usability.
Fragrance Notes
- Top Notes: Green Notes, Grapefruit, Spices, Bergamot, Petitgrain
- Heart Notes: Ginger, Gardenia, Violet, Lavender, Sage
- Base Notes: Labdanum, Sandalwood, Guaiac Wood, Incense, Vetiver, Musk
Who Is It For?
Perfect for urban professionals, students, and everyday wearers who want a clean, fresh scent that isn’t generic. Works great as a signature scent for men in their 20s to 40s.
When to Wear
Ideal for spring and summer, and easily suitable for daytime wear, office use, business meetings, and casual outings.
Why You’ll Love It
- Modern Yet Classic: Balances freshness with woody depth.
- Easy to Wear: Non-offensive and highly versatile.
- Urban Energy: Captures the spirit of New York without being too loud.
References
- Fragrantica: 212 Men NYC by Carolina Herrera
- Sephora: Carolina Herrera 212 Men NYC
- Carolina Herrera Official: 212 Men NYC
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