Aquatic notesOpens with
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VetiverDries down toWill 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 White Orchid
The tension between the cool spray of sea water and the warmth of sun-kissed skin on a breezy day by the shore.
Full bottle: Mid-range tier, typically $40–100. Links open each seller's own page. We may earn a commission; it never changes the order.
L'Air du Temps White OrchidMid-range · $40–100
40%Similar accords, often for lessAtheeri · Lattafa PerfumesBudget tier, under $40 · shares jasmine, orchid and vanilla8 matches →How it wears
From community votes · bars are each option's shareComposition & Character
The story behind the bottle.
L'Air du Temps White Orchid by Nina Ricci, launched in 2026, brings a modern twist to the brand's classic elegance with its marine and aquatic accords. The composition opens with salty and aromatic notes that evoke the freshness of the sea before settling into a heart of jasmine and orchid, offering a delicate floral bouquet. Vetiver adds an earthy contrast, grounding the fragrance, while vanilla provides a subtle sweetness that rounds out the scent. This is a fragrance that bridges the gap between crisp marine freshness and soft florals, creating a distinctive olfactory experience.
Apply two sprays to ensure that both the marine top notes and the floral base are well-balanced. This fragrance is best worn during cooler hours when the aquatic freshness complements the ambient temperature without overpowering.
Fig. 01 — L'Air du Temps White Orchid, Nina Ricci
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The L'Air line
27 fragrances, compared side by side
Designer Nina Ricci
More from the house · founded 1932 · France
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The originalL'Air du Temps White OrchidNina Ricci · Mid-range · $40–100Lattafa Perfumes · 2025AtheeriShares Jasmine, Orchid and Vanillaunder $40★ 4.26 (1,777)41%Match
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What people
are saying.
Still under the radar: loved by 50%, disliked or hated by 50%.