Nina Ricci 1994 EDP

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Deci Dela

by Jean Guichard

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Nina Ricci Deci Dela is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1994, created by Jean Guichard. Deci Dela opens with Red Currant, Boronia, Osmanthus, and Peach, settles into a heart of Sweet Pea, Rose, Jasmine, and Freesia, and dries down to a base of Resins, Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Cypress. Nina Ricci's Deci Dela carries a Statement verdict, a fruity-led wear.

This 90s icon is a divisive retro dream. Some adore its fruity, powdery charm, evoking sweet memories and playful femininity. Others find it an '80s nightmare' - sharp, powdery, and a bit 'grandma', showing that a classic isn't for everyone.
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  • Playful
  • Classic
  • Romantic
  • Sweet
  • Feminine
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Deci Dela Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its sweet, fruity, and floral profile makes it suitable for casual wear and dates, aligning with user comments about its feminine charm. While some might find it too sweet or 'old school' for formal settings, its moderate sillage keeps it from being overwhelming for an office environment if applied lightly.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Deci Dela opens with a burst of lush, ripe fruits - think juicy peach, apricot, and tart redcurrant, sweetened by raspberry. As the initial fruit explosion settles, a heart of delicate florals like sweet pea, rose, and jasmine emerges, adding a soft, feminine touch. The drydown reveals a surprisingly woody and resinous base: cypress and sandalwood mingle with a hint of vanilla and earthy patchouli, providing a grounding warmth that balances the initial sweetness.

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