GrapefruitOpens with
Damask RoseHeart
DriftwoodDries down to
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L'Air du Temps L'Aurore
The quiet confidence of stepping into a room where sunlight catches on polished surfaces and fresh flowers mingle with the faintest hint of wood smoke.
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L'Air du Temps L'AuroreMid-range · $40–100How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
L'Air du Temps L'Aurore, launched in 2017 by Nina Ricci and crafted by perfumer Calice Becker, is a Chypre Floral fragrance that marries the freshness of citrus with the warmth of woody notes. The opening burst of grapefruit and orange blossom gives way to a heart of damask rose and pink pepper, creating an intricate balance between brightness and depth. As it settles, driftwood and moss add an earthy undertone, grounding the composition in a subtle marine accord.
Apply L'Air du Temps L'Aurore with two sprays — the grapefruit top notes are vibrant but fleeting, while the base of driftwood and moss builds gradually over time. This fragrance is best suited for daytime wear when its fresh citrus and floral heart can shine without overpowering.
Fig. 01 — L'Air du Temps L'Aurore, Nina Ricci
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Calice Becker
Flowers inside a bottle of eau de cologneCalice Becker (Asancheyev-Becker) is a French master perfumer and director of the Givaudan Perfumery School, whose fascination with perfume began as a child asking how flowers get inside a bottle of eau de cologne.
“I like to add a dose of intrigue because nothing catches the attention of a touch of something unexpected.”
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