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Nina Ricci · Sold as feminine
L'Eau du Temps
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L'Eau du TempsMid-range · $40–100
47%Similar accords, often for lessSaffron & Orange Flowers · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · shares 6 of its 9 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2007, L'Eau du Temps by Nina Ricci is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance crafted by Jean Guichard and Aurélien Guichard. The composition opens with the brightness of bergamot and mandarin orange before transitioning into a heart of tuberose and jasmine, which add layers of floral complexity. The base notes of musk and amber create a warm, enveloping finish that lingers on the skin long after application. This fragrance is designed to be both fresh and comforting, making it suitable for day or night.
Apply L'Eau du Temps to pulse points and let it develop naturally. The citrus top notes are bright but fleeting, so it's best to rely on the floral heart and musky base for lasting warmth. This fragrance reads better close to skin than from a distance, making it perfect for an intimate setting.
Fig. 01 — L'Eau du Temps, Nina Ricci
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Aurélien Guichard
Seven generations of Grasse perfumeryAurélien Guichard is a senior perfumer at Takasago, born and raised in Grasse into a family business growing roses and jasmine for major perfumers, and following his father into perfumery via the Givaudan Perfumery School.
Co-created with Jean Guichard
Designer Nina Ricci
More from the house · founded 1932 · France
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What people
are saying.
Warmly received so far: loved by 30%, disliked or hated by 12%.