Nina Ricci 2009 Parfum

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L'Air du Temps Cristal d'Or

by Francis Fabron

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Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps Cristal d'Or is a Parfum launched in 2009, created by Francis Fabron. L'Air du Temps Cristal d'Or opens with Bergamot, Neroli, Rosewood, and Rose, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Violet, Ylang-Ylang, and Gardenia, and dries down to a base of Spicy Notes, Musk, Amber, and Cedar. Nina Ricci's L'Air du Temps Cristal d'Or carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

Divisive yet intriguing, L'Air du Temps Cristal d'Or is a classic scent that's either 'grandma chic' or a timeless, austere beauty. Prepare for opinions.
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  • Classic
  • Elegant
  • Sophisticated
  • Subtle
  • Clean
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L'Air du Temps Cristal d'Or 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
Long (6-10h)
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 Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

Its moderate longevity and strong sillage mean it projects, but isn't overwhelming, making it suitable for daytime casual and office wear. While some find it too 'classic' for formal events, its elegance can work for a subdued date.

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

A complex opening of bright bergamot, delicate rose, and spicy carnation quickly ushers in a heart of creamy gardenia, exotic ylang-ylang, and warm clove. The journey deepens into a rich base of earthy oakmoss, smooth sandalwood, and a soft, lingering musk, with hints of iris adding a powdery elegance.

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