The Fragrance

212 Men NYC is a fresh aromatic floral woody scent with effortless New York style – crisp, modern and instinctively elegant. A bright blend of citrus leaves, gardenia petals and sandalwood creates a polished trail that feels clean and easy to wear every day. Made for workdays, weekends, mornings in the city, and any time you want to feel confident and put together.

What do you smell first? A crisp burst of citrus leaves and green freshness that feels bright, clean and energizing. What develops next? Gardenia petals bring a refined floral heart with a smooth, modern feel. What lingers? Sandalwood leaves a soft woody trail that feels polished, warm and easy to wear. As an Eau de Toilette, Carolina Herrera 212 Men NYC has a fresh, lightweight feel, making it ideal from morning through the day.

For: Him

He is: Urban & Dynamic

Ocassion: Day

Olfactive Family: AROMATIC Floral Woody

The Fragrance: Clean & Fresh

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The Bottle

Inspired by the clean lines of Manhattan, the iconic 212 Men NYC bottle is a matte silver cylinder with a pure, minimal design. With its cut-out logo and magnetic cap, it is sleek, modern and instantly recognizable.

As an Eau de Toilette, 212 Men NYC perfume for men leaves a clean aromatic trail that feels sharp, polished and easy to wear, the kind of scent you reach for day after day.

Longevity: Designed for everyday wear, with a fresh aromatic trail that stays comfortable on skin.

Projection: Noticeable without being overpowering, leaving an elegant, understated impression.

Best for: Daytime, workdays, mornings, weekends and city plans when you want to feel confident and put together.

Clean, fresh and urban, Carolina Herrera 212 Men NYC reflects an easy New York attitude. Created in 1999 by celebrated perfumers Alberto Morillas, Rosendo Mateu and Ann Gottlieb, this iconic 212 fragrance reinterprets classic masculine freshness through a modern city lens. Designed for a man with a natural sense of style – confident, relaxed and never loud – it is made for daytime, work, weekends and city moments when you want to feel effortlessly put together.

Fragrance Concentration

Perfumes, whether for men or women, contain a fragrance concentrate (essential oils) diluted in a mixture of alcohol and water. In reality, the fragrance concentration percentage and its level of alcohol influence how long the scent lasts, and determine its category. There are four types of perfume with specific characteristics:

Eau de Cologne

This is the lightest, least persistent type of perfume. Its concentration varies from 2% to 5%. The product is fresh, invigorating and associated with a concept of cleanliness and freshness.

Eau de Toilette (EDT)

One of the most popular types of perfume, eau de toilette is perfect for regular, everyday use. Its concentration varies from 5% to 12%. The top notes make up half the fragrance. The perfumer places emphasis on the freshness and unfurling of the fragrance.

Eau de Parfum (EDP)

Sometimes called parfum de toilette or esprit de parfum, its concentration varies from 12% to 20%. Eau de parfum is long-lasting and remains for 5 to 10 hours. The middle notes make up most of the fragrance. The perfumer highlights these notes to enhance the perfume’s sparkle. More concentrated than eau de toilette, eau de parfum is generally more tenacious and leaves a stronger scent trail.

Perfume

Also known as extrait de parfum, this is the most concentrated product. Its concentration varies from 20% to 40% in an extra-fine alcohol solution of 96%. This fragrance lasts longer than other types and is generally reserved for special occasions, especially for the evening and night. Base notes make up most of the fragrance. The perfumer places emphassis on the noble quality of the base notes to reinforce its tenaciousness and volume. A few drops of perfume applied directly to the skin, preferably on the pulse points, are sufficient to reveal its trail and intensity.

The Fragrance

212 Men NYC is a fresh aromatic floral woody scent with effortless New York style – crisp, modern and instinctively elegant. A bright blend of citrus leaves, gardenia petals and sandalwood creates a polished trail that feels clean and easy to wear every day. Made for workdays, weekends, mornings in the city, and any time you want to feel confident and put together.

What do you smell first? A crisp burst of citrus leaves and green freshness that feels bright, clean and energizing. What develops next? Gardenia petals bring a refined floral heart with a smooth, modern feel. What lingers? Sandalwood leaves a soft woody trail that feels polished, warm and easy to wear. As an Eau de Toilette, Carolina Herrera 212 Men NYC has a fresh, lightweight feel, making it ideal from morning through the day.

For: Him

He is: Urban & Dynamic

Ocassion: Day

Olfactive Family: AROMATIC Floral Woody

The Fragrance: Clean & Fresh

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The Bottle

Inspired by the clean lines of Manhattan, the iconic 212 Men NYC bottle is a matte silver cylinder with a pure, minimal design. With its cut-out logo and magnetic cap, it is sleek, modern and instantly recognizable.

As an Eau de Toilette, 212 Men NYC perfume for men leaves a clean aromatic trail that feels sharp, polished and easy to wear, the kind of scent you reach for day after day.

Longevity: Designed for everyday wear, with a fresh aromatic trail that stays comfortable on skin.

Projection: Noticeable without being overpowering, leaving an elegant, understated impression.

Best for: Daytime, workdays, mornings, weekends and city plans when you want to feel confident and put together.

Clean, fresh and urban, Carolina Herrera 212 Men NYC reflects an easy New York attitude. Created in 1999 by celebrated perfumers Alberto Morillas, Rosendo Mateu and Ann Gottlieb, this iconic 212 fragrance reinterprets classic masculine freshness through a modern city lens. Designed for a man with a natural sense of style – confident, relaxed and never loud – it is made for daytime, work, weekends and city moments when you want to feel effortlessly put together.

alcohol denat., aqua (water), parfum (fragrance), linalool, limonene, geraniol, citronellol, hydroxycitronellal, benzyl salicylate, hexyl cinnamal, coumarin, citral, benzyl benzoate, ci 60730 (ext. violet 2), ci 42090 (blue 1), ci 19140 (yellow 5).

Fragrance Concentration

Perfumes, whether for men or women, contain a fragrance concentrate (essential oils) diluted in a mixture of alcohol and water. In reality, the fragrance concentration percentage and its level of alcohol influence how long the scent lasts, and determine its category. There are four types of perfume with specific characteristics:

Eau de Cologne

This is the lightest, least persistent type of perfume. Its concentration varies from 2% to 5%. The product is fresh, invigorating and associated with a concept of cleanliness and freshness.

Eau de Toilette (EDT)

One of the most popular types of perfume, eau de toilette is perfect for regular, everyday use. Its concentration varies from 5% to 12%. The top notes make up half the fragrance. The perfumer places emphasis on the freshness and unfurling of the fragrance.

Eau de Parfum (EDP)

Sometimes called parfum de toilette or esprit de parfum, its concentration varies from 12% to 20%. Eau de parfum is long-lasting and remains for 5 to 10 hours. The middle notes make up most of the fragrance. The perfumer highlights these notes to enhance the perfume’s sparkle. More concentrated than eau de toilette, eau de parfum is generally more tenacious and leaves a stronger scent trail.

Perfume

Also known as extrait de parfum, this is the most concentrated product. Its concentration varies from 20% to 40% in an extra-fine alcohol solution of 96%. This fragrance lasts longer than other types and is generally reserved for special occasions, especially for the evening and night. Base notes make up most of the fragrance. The perfumer places emphassis on the noble quality of the base notes to reinforce its tenaciousness and volume. A few drops of perfume applied directly to the skin, preferably on the pulse points, are sufficient to reveal its trail and intensity.

Key Ingredients: Cut Grass, Gardenia, Sandalwood

Olfactive Family: AROMATIC Floral Woody

Top Notes: Citrus Leaves, Cut Grass

Heart Notes: Gardenia, Lavender

Bottom Notes: Sandalwood, Musk

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*Top notes: First impression of a perfume, last 5-15 minutes after applying to skin.

*Heart notes: Start to come through as the top notes fade, last approximately 20-60 minutes.

*Base notes: The underlying aroma throughout the wear of the perfume. Lingers the longest on skin (up to 6 hours) after the other notes have faded.

Your 212 Men NYC Questions, Answered

Name: 212 Men NYC 30ml Eau de Toilette
Brand: Carolina Herrera
SKU: 000000000065114524
Availability: OutOfStock

What does 212 Men NYC smell like?

212 Men NYC smells clean, fresh and crisp, with citrus leaves, gardenia petals and sandalwood creating an aromatic floral woody scent.

Is 212 Men NYC fresh or intense?

212 Men NYC is fresh, clean and easy to wear, with crisp green notes, a smooth floral heart and a soft woody base.

When should I wear 212 Men NYC?

212 Men NYC is ideal for daytime, workdays, mornings, weekends and everyday occasions when you want to feel confident and put together.

What makes 212 Men NYC different from other 212 men’s fragrances?

212 Men NYC is the original men’s fragrance in the 212 collection. Clean, fresh and unmistakably New York, it feels lighter and more everyday than the warmer, more intense scents in the line.

Is 212 Men NYC a good everyday fragrance?

Yes, 212 Men NYC is a great everyday fragrance thanks to its clean, fresh scent and easy-to-wear feel.

What size of 212 Men NYC should I choose?

212 Men NYC is available in 30ml, 50ml, 100ml and 200ml sizes. The smaller sizes are ideal for travel or carrying with you, while larger sizes are a good choice for everyday wear.

What is special about the 212 Men NYC bottle?

The 212 Men NYC bottle stands out for its matte silver cylindrical shape, inspired by the clean lines and urban architecture of Manhattan.

Is 212 Men NYC a good gift?

Yes, 212 Men NYC is a great gift for men who like clean, fresh, modern fragrances that are easy to wear every day.

How should I apply 212 Men NYC?

Spray 212 Men NYC onto pulse points such as the neck and wrists. Its fresh Eau de Toilette character makes it easy to wear throughout the day.

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