Question 1

What's the difference between Melissa and 212?

Accepted Answer

Melissa is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Melissa (2009) dominated by White Floral accords. 212 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Carolina Herrera (1997) leaning on White Floral accords. They share 6 accords: White Floral, Powdery, Musky, Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Melissa or 212?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Melissa scores 4.73/5 vs 212 at 4.00/5. 212's standout strength: Fresh, clean, and pleasant scent with excellent longevity. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Melissa and 212 smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 6 notes and 6 accords, including White Floral, Powdery, Musky, Floral, Woody. 212: The r/fragrance community views 212 as a solid, underrated fresh fragrance with excellent longevity that delivers good value at discounted prices.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Melissa or 212?

Accepted Answer

212: Fresh, clean, and pleasant scent with excellent longevity Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Melissa vs 212?

Accepted Answer

Melissa scores highest for spring wear; 212 scores highest for spring wear. Melissa leans daytime, 212 leans daytime.

Melissa vs 212

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (6)

Uniek voor Melissa (5)

Uniek voor 212 (8)

Gedeelde akkoorden (6)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — 212

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Melissa	212
Merk	Melissa	Carolina Herrera
Jaar	2009	1997
Beoordeling	4.73	4.00
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	11	14