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

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (6)

Unice pentru Melissa (5)

Unice pentru 212 (8)

Acorduri comune (6)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — 212

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Melissa	212
Brand	Melissa	Carolina Herrera
An	2009	1997
Evaluare	4.73	4.00
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	11	14