PeachOpens with
GardeniaHeart
MuskDries down to
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L'Air du Temps Zénith
The crisp clarity of an early morning walk in a garden where the air is filled with fresh blooms and subtle woody undertones, just before the sun's warmth settles in.
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L'Air du Temps ZénithMid-range · $40–100How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2016, L'Air du Temps Zénith by Nina Ricci is a Floral fragrance crafted by perfumer Francis Fabron. The composition opens with aldehydes and bergamot, creating an initial freshness that cuts through the sweetness of peaches and rose. This contrast gives way to a heart of carnation, gardenia, jasmine, and violet, all anchored by woody notes of palisander rosewood, sandalwood, and spices. The result is a fragrance that feels both classic and modern, a nuanced blend of white florals and powdery musk.
Apply this fragrance in light layers — the aldehydic top notes are bright but fleeting. The powdery base develops over time, so it’s best to let it settle into your skin rather than layering heavily at once. Perfect for daytime wear when you want a subtle yet nuanced scent.
Fig. 01 — L'Air du Temps Zénith, Nina Ricci
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Francis Fabron
The perfumer who scented Audrey HepburnFrancis Fabron was a French perfumer trained at the Givaudan Perfumery School in Paris who began his career as a junior perfumer at Roure Bertrand Fils.
The L'Air line
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Designer Nina Ricci
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