Nina Ricci 2010 EDT

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L'Air du Temps by Starck

by Francis Fabron

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Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps by Starck is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2010, created by Francis Fabron. L'Air du Temps by Starck opens with Bergamot, Neroli, Rosewood, and Rose, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Iris, Violet, and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Spicy Notes, Musk, Amber, and Cedar. Nina Ricci's L'Air du Temps by Starck carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

Divisive bottles, but the scent itself is a classic for a reason: a strong, airy floral with surprising depth that holds its own from day to night.
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L'Air du Temps by Starck Eau de Toilette 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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

With its moderate longevity and strong sillage, this scent is a powerful presence. While potentially too bold for a discreet office setting, its classic floral profile makes it versatile enough for dates, casual outings, and formal events.

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
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Clove Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Oil from Clove
  • Eugenia Caryophyllus Leaf Oil from Clove
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

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

L'Air du Temps by Starck opens with a bright, floral burst of rose and neroli, softened by a touch of peachy sweetness and the subtle spice of carnation. The heart reveals a lush bouquet of jasmine, ylang-ylang, and iris, deepened by clove and violet. As it settles, a warm, earthy base of oakmoss, amber, and vetiver emerges, grounded by cedar and sandalwood.

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