RoseOpens with
JasmineHeart
PearDries down to
Olivier CrespThe nose · 273 fragrances · also made Gentleman Eau de Parfum Reserve Privee (2022)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Nina Ricci · Sold as feminine
L'Air du Temps L'Air du Printemps
A sunlit conservatory filled with blooming flowers and the scent of fresh citrus, where every breath is a reminder of new beginnings.
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L'Air du Temps L'Air du PrintempsMid-range · $40–100
47%Similar accords, often for lessBombshell In Love · Victoria's SecretBudget tier, under $40 · shares 5 of its 9 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
L'Air du Temps L'Air du Printemps by Nina Ricci was launched in 2009 and crafted by perfumer Olivier Cresp. This fragrance captures the essence of spring with its vibrant blend of floral and citrus notes, creating a fresh and inviting atmosphere. The composition opens with the brightness of citron and pear, quickly giving way to a heart of jasmine and frangipani that adds depth and warmth. As it settles into a base of musk, sandalwood, and Virginia cedar, L'Air du Temps L'Air du Printemps evolves into an embodiment of the season's renewal.
Apply this fragrance in light layers to capture its full evolution. The citron and pear top notes are bright but fleeting, so allow it time to bloom into the floral heart before reapplying if needed. It pairs well with spring outfits for an uplifting touch.
Fig. 01 — L'Air du Temps L'Air du Printemps, Nina Ricci
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Olivier Cresp
The fragrance architectOlivier Cresp is a master perfumer at Firmenich and one of the most accomplished creators in the modern fragrance industry.
“I consider my style a minimalist one, because I am used to expressing figurative ideas through short formulas.”
Olivier Cresp · fragroom, August 2018
The L'Air line
27 fragrances, compared side by side
Designer Nina Ricci
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The originalL'Air du Temps L'Air du PrintempsNina Ricci · Mid-range · $40–100Victoria's Secret · 2012Bombshell In LoveShares 5 of its 9 notesunder $40★ 3.97 (69)
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 28%, disliked or hated by 18%.