The Last Spritz

Score

86/100

Carolina Herrera

212 VIP Black

2017Anne Flipo, Carlos Benaïm

“Absinthe, anise, and fennel over vanilla — CH's club masculine, polarizing absinthe opening.”

212 VIP Black

aromatic

vanilla

soft spicy

$55–$120

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The take

What works

●Absinthe-anise-fennel aromatic clubbing masculine
●Playful inviting opening with strong projection

Trade-offs

●Batch inconsistency hits longevity
●Reads young and synthetic in dry-down

Notes

Top

Mid

Base

Performance

Longevity

5–7 hours

Projection

Arm's length

Sillage

Soft trail

Fit

Best in fall and winter, at night. Leans masculine.

When

Spring, 47%
Summer, 19%
Fall, 82%, best
Winter, 93%, best
Day, 28%
Night, 100%, best

Occasions

Date nightNight out

Gender

Leans masculine

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 212 VIP Black smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Carolina Herrera VIP Black Red (79%), Carolina Herrera 212 VIP Black Smiley (74%), Carolina Herrera 212 VIP Black MTV (68%). Close siblings — adjacent compositions in the same family.

How long does 212 VIP Black last?

5–7 hours on most skin (good longevity) with noticeable sillage.

When should you wear 212 VIP Black?

212 VIP Black is best in fall and winter, at night. It suits date nights and nights out.

Is 212 VIP Black worth it?

At $55–$120, yes for this tier. Absinthe-anise-fennel aromatic clubbing masculine. Playful inviting opening with strong projection.