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Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps Parfum opens with a crisp burst of bergamot, neroli, and spicy carnation. Formulated by Francis Fabron in 1948, this concent… Show more

Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps Parfum opens with a crisp burst of bergamot, neroli, and spicy carnation. Formulated by Francis Fabron in 1948, this concentrated extract relies on a lush heart of May rose, ylang-ylang, and lily, creating a clean, soapy floral structure. A quiet touch of peach adds soft warmth to the spice early on. As the initial brightness settles, grounding notes of oakmoss, sandalwood, and ambergris emerge to give the composition a dry, vintage backbone. It wears close to skin during cool spring mornings and crisp autumn days, offering a polished floral profile without modern synthetic sweetness. Show less

Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps Cristal d'Or opens with sharp carnation, bitter bergamot, and sweet peach before settling into a cool floral heart. Clove, g… Show more

Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps Cristal d'Or opens with sharp carnation, bitter bergamot, and sweet peach before settling into a cool floral heart. Clove, gardenia, and ylang-ylang create a soapy, spicy warmth that clings closely to skin. As time passes, the dry-down turns dry and woody, anchored by dark oakmoss, cedar, and powdery iris. Released in 2009 as a pure perfume formulation, this composition leans traditional and reflective. It works best during chilly autumn afternoons or crisp spring mornings when cool air lets the spicy clove and clean linen notes breathe without feeling overwhelming. Show less

L'Air du Temps by Starck blends classic mid-century perfumery with a striking modern flacon redesign from 2010. The fragrance opens with a sharp burst… Show more

L'Air du Temps by Starck blends classic mid-century perfumery with a striking modern flacon redesign from 2010. The fragrance opens with a sharp burst of spicy carnation, rose, and bright bergamot that immediately sets a vintage floral tone. As the opening settles, dry cloves and creamy ylang-ylang join rich jasmine to build a warm, soapy heart. The dry-down relies heavily on earthy oakmoss, vetiver, and powdery iris, giving the trail a clean yet textured finish. It wears best during cool spring mornings and crisp autumn days, suited for those who appreciate old-school clove florals and structured woody backbones over modern sugary gourmands. Show less