L'Air du Temps Eau de Toilette vs Valencia Eau de Parfum

L'Air du Temps

Edt	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	F
1948	Year	-
££	Price Tier	£

Valencia

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - L'Air du Temps Eau de Toilette

This isn't just a perfume, it's a historical artefact. L'Air du Temps is a polarising classic, with some loving its 'old-fashioned' charm and others finding it too dated or 'soapy'. It’s a definite try-before-you-buy, unless you're intentionally leaning into that vintage vibe.

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Our Verdict - Valencia Eau de Parfum

A budget Noted Aromas interpretation of Bottega Veneta Bottega Veneta Eau de Parfum (2011) - bergamot, jasmine and oakmoss translated into NA's UK dupe-house take at a fraction of the original's price. Honest dupe-fidelity for daily wear.

Scent Profile

Citrus	5%	25%
Floral	35%	75%
Fruity	5%	25%
Green	7%	20%
Sweet	20%	30%
Warm	13%	60%
Woody	15%	55%
Earthy	9%	45%
Animalic	6%	25%
Fresh	11%	40%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

L'Air du Temps EdT

Valencia EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Bergamot 11% vs 56%

Only in L'Air du Temps Eau de Toilette

Carnation 22% Aldehydes 17% Rose 13% Neroli 12% Rosewood 12% Peach 12%

Only in Valencia Eau de Parfum

Pink Pepper 44%

Shared Notes

Jasmine 12% vs 58%

Only in L'Air du Temps Eau de Toilette

Clove 16% Gardenia 13% Ylang-Ylang 13% Violet 12% Orris 12% Rosemary 11% Orchid 10%

Only in Valencia Eau de Parfum

Iris 41%

Shared Notes

Oakmoss 11% vs 38%

Sandalwood 10% vs 27%

Only in L'Air du Temps Eau de Toilette

Spicy 13% Iris 12% Musk 12% Benzoin 10% Vetiver 10% Amber 10% Cedar 10%

Only in Valencia Eau de Parfum

Leather 33%

Accords

L'Air du Temps Eau de Toilette Valencia Eau de Parfum

100%

Warm Spicy

40%

81%

Floral

65%

70%

Woody

50%

Leather

70%

65%

Powdery

55%

Chypre

65%

58%

White Floral

57%

Aromatic

52%

Aldehydic

52%

Iris

51%

Earthy

50%

Fresh

Warm Spicy shared

100%

40%

Floral shared

81%

65%

Woody shared

70%

50%

Leather

70%

Powdery shared

65%

55%

Chypre

65%

White Floral

58%

Aromatic

57%

Aldehydic

52%

Iris

52%

Earthy

51%

Fresh

50%

Performance

L'Air du Temps Eau de Toilette Valencia Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Intimate

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

L'Air du Temps Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Summer Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Casual

Also Works:

Office Date Formal

Its moderate sillage and 'clean' character make it suitable for office wear, while its classic elegance also works for dates and casual outings. Some reviewers found it appropriate for special events due to its timeless appeal, though its vintage feel might clash in very modern formal settings. It's too delicate for active sport.

Valencia Eau de Parfum