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L'Air du Temps Eau de Parfum
by Nina Ricci
L'Air du Temps Eau de Parfum evokes a timeless elegance, reminiscent of vintage beauty products and post-war optimism. It opens with a crisp, soapy freshness from bergamot and neroli, layered with warm spices and green floral notes. Over time, it deepens into a rich, powdery impression with vivid carnation, lily, and just a hint of indolic depth from ambergris and moss. The scent remains transparent and clean, shifting from floral-bright to spicy-woody with a lasting soapy ghost on the skin and fabric. Many describe it as a nostalgic walk into the past—classy, restrained, and cool under the surface. While longevity is moderate, the fragrance lingers pleasantly in cool environments, enhancing a feeling of being impeccably dressed.
Pros
- +A distinct, vintage-soapy quality that feels authentically timeless
- +Well-balanced floral-spicy depth without heaviness
- +Displays complexity and character in just one spray
Cons
- −Longevity is moderate and fades quickly
- −The drydown leaves a familiar, clean soap scent on clothing
- −The current version lacks the intensity and depth of older batches