Carrera (original) by Carrera
Men 1988
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Description
Carrera (original) by Carrera is an aromatic fougère fragrance for men. Launched in 1988, this composition features lavender, bergamot, coriander and rosemary in its top notes. The heart reveals ginger, anise, cloves and jasmine, while the base settles with musk, cedar, tonka bean, sandalwood, oakmoss and leather.
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In the collection
Leading answer I own it
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Leading answer Like it
267 votes
Season
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Time of day
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About Carrera (original)
Carrera (original) by Carrera is an aromatic fougère fragrance for men. Launched in 1988, this composition features lavender, bergamot, coriander and rosemary in its top notes. The heart reveals ginger, anise, cloves and jasmine, while the base settles with musk, cedar, tonka bean, sandalwood, oakmoss and leather.
Flowers Green, herbal and fougère Spices White flowers Woods and mosses Musk, amber and animalic
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Longevity
Leading answer Moderate
147 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Moderate
159 votes
Character
Leading answer Traditionally masculine
99 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Excellent value
93 votes
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What a great surprise! A non-classic fougère, a totally modern and delicious scent. A hidden gem at a laughable price. In my opinion, it has a unisex touch.
Back in the summer of ’96, I had several options, but I went for Versace Dreamer. Among the contenders was a Carrera, very trendy and affordable at the time. I’m not sure if it was this Original, as it smells a bit eighties to me. However, I do remember it being a bomb of fresh spices with real punch, something Victor & Rolf would envy. It’s an interesting brand that deserves more recognition today and is now very hard to find.