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212 Men - Biggest projection beast?

post #1 of 19
1/3/13 at 9:10am
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Around two weeks ago I was in a department store and sprayed the sleeve of my jumper twice with 212 Men. I hung the jumper up and wore it again today. While I was sitting at my desk I kept catching whiffs of 212 Men and I was slightly puzzled as to where it was coming from as there were no other men around me and only women. It was only when I put my nose to my sleeve did I realise it was me!

Now I can understand clothes can hold fragrance for a while but to hold it for two weeks and not only that for it to project is pretty amazing. I can still smell it.

I just ordered a bottle along with Versace PH. I know 212 is common in certain parts of the world but I think most people have long moved on to the next big / popular perfume I are very rarely come across this fragrance on anyone in UK so that's a bonus
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post #2 of 19
1/3/13 at 9:12am
it didnt seem like that to me.

honestly, does anyone else get a Vinegar note from 212 men?
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post #3 of 19
1/3/13 at 9:36am
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Originally Posted by P77 View Post

Around two weeks ago I was in a department store and sprayed the sleeve of my jumper twice with 212 Men. I hung the jumper up and wore it again today. While I was sitting at my desk I kept catching whiffs of 212 Men and I was slightly puzzled as to where it was coming from as there were no other men around me and only women. It was only when I put my nose to my sleeve did I realise it was me!

Now I can understand clothes can hold fragrance for a while but to hold it for two weeks and not only that for it to project is pretty amazing. I can still smell it.

I just ordered a bottle along with Versace PH. I know 212 is common in certain parts of the world but I think most people have long moved on to the next big / popular perfume I are very rarely come across this fragrance on anyone in UK so that's a bonus

I think it's a great frag. Chic is even better IMO
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post #4 of 19
1/3/13 at 9:52am
Nice frag, very good choice for warmer days , in my case 212 also have that great projection....
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post #5 of 19
1/3/13 at 10:40am
212 projects like high-beam xenon headlights on me. It's the only frag I wear that has ever produced a spontaneous comment from a (female) stranger.
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post #6 of 19
1/3/13 at 10:45am
I have 212, and find it does project quite well, and it does seem to have good longevity. I never got THAT good of longevity from it though! It's been a while since I have worn it -- maybe I need to revisit it.



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Originally Posted by noirdrakkar View Post

it didnt seem like that to me.

honestly, does anyone else get a Vinegar note from 212 men?

No, but I do get a metallic note -- like green grass mixed with metal shavings or something. Maybe what I am picking up as a metal scent, you are picking up as vinegar.
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post #7 of 19
1/3/13 at 2:43pm
Definitely not a fan of this one.
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post #8 of 19
1/3/13 at 3:49pm
yeah this stuff does fill a room. i don't like that metallic fruity thing at all, but the patchouli and aldehydes in the huge cloud around you is not bad.
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post #9 of 19
1/3/13 at 4:46pm
A very powerful scent with strong sillage.
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post #10 of 19
1/3/13 at 4:50pm
I agree. On me, 1 spray is more than enough. It is extremely strong, projects and lasts forever.
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post #11 of 19
1/3/13 at 4:50pm
Excellent summer frag. Very green, fresh. It has excellent projection for me in the hot weather. I don't get a vintage vibe at all.
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post #12 of 19
1/3/13 at 5:00pm
I find it to smell bad..I do get a metallic note out of it.
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post #13 of 19
1/3/13 at 6:06pm
Owned it several times, liked it, but not enough to keep it.
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post #14 of 19
1/3/13 at 6:22pm
More like Biggest Chemical Biohazard Beast. I am not a fan.

Someday it might come back as an example of something unique and treasured, like "finest bug spray scent for men," or something like that. Until then -- no.

If you're looking for a nice, bright, modern, long-lasting, big sillage fragrance, there are many better options. The latest, cheapest crap at Marshall's, for example.

PS: I should add that I purchased a full bottle of it many years ago, and the particularly hideous deodorant, too. Saying this to let you know that I'm not some obnoxious "I'm above all that" type. No, I am perfectly capable of throwing away good money on notably atrocious fragrances. Just want to share my experience with my BN buds - your mileage may vary, but I sincerely doubt it.
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post #15 of 19
1/3/13 at 11:53pm
Yes, together with Chic For Men

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Yes, together with Chic For Men
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post #16 of 19
1/4/13 at 12:29am
Ja, I once filled an entire étage/floor with 212 fumes, judging by the comments I got. I actually think 212 for women projects equally well and I prefer smelling it off others than 212 men.
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post #17 of 19
1/4/13 at 1:48am
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Originally Posted by noirdrakkar View Post

it didnt seem like that to me.

honestly, does anyone else get a Vinegar note from 212 men?

It projects fairly well on me.
I don't know if it's a vinegar note, but something about 212 makes it horrid.
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post #18 of 19
1/4/13 at 9:57am
I think 212 is great, but have never thought it big on projection.
Renato
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post #19 of 19
1/4/13 at 10:51am
While certainly no slouch, I don't find it to be a projection beast. I do think it smells beastly, however...
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