Nina Ricci 2004 EDP

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Love in Paris

by Aurélien Guichard

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Nina Ricci Love in Paris is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2004, created by Aurélien Guichard. Love in Paris opens with Bergamot, Rose, Peony, and Star Anise, settles into a heart of Anise, Jasmine, Violet, and Apricot, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes and Musk. Nina Ricci's Love in Paris carries a Statement verdict, a fruity-led wear.

Divisive, intriguing, and definitely not a blind buy. Love in Paris is a fruity floral that walks a tightrope between elegant and overpowering, with a surprising banana note leading the way.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Romantic
  • Elegant
  • Feminine
  • Unique
  • Warm
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Love in Paris 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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer Fall

A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its moderate to strong projection means it's best applied lightly for the office, where some reviewers enjoy its professional yet pleasant aura. However, the creamy, romantic fruity-floral nature makes it perfect for dates and elegant casual outings, even formal events if not overdone. It's too rich and sweet for active sports.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Love in Paris opens with an unexpected, creamy banana note alongside bright peach and juicy pear, creating a playful, sweet fruit cocktail. This swiftly gives way to a lush, classic floral heart dominated by soft peony and delicate rose, underscored by the unique, slightly spicy kick of star anise. The drydown settles into a comforting embrace of light musks and subtle woods, maintaining a clean yet warm presence.

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