CAROLINA HERRERA

212 VIP Black Elixir

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Opens warm and resinous with Lavender settling into a spiced, ambered heart of Black Licorice over a deep, enveloping base of Vanilla.

Is 212 VIP Black Elixir a clone of 212 VIP Black?

212 VIP BlackCAROLINA HERRERALoose

This bottle carries the 212 VIP Black DNA.

Climate fit

Year-round Versatile across most weather, a safe everyday choice.

Should you buy it?

Loose inspiration, a different take

Only loosely related to 212 VIP Black by CAROLINA HERRERA. Safe to own both.

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212 VIP Black Elixir bottle

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Scent DNA

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Longevity

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Sillage

Moderate

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Top, Heart & Base Notes

TTop
First impression, 10–20 min
HHeart
Core character, 2–4 hours
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Black Licorice
BBase
Lasting drydown, 6–12+ hours

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Yes. 212 VIP Black Elixir is widely considered inspired by Carolina Herrera 212 VIP Black, following the same direction at a fraction of the price.

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