Nina Ricci 1987 EDT

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Nina (1987)

by Christian Vacchiano

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Nina Ricci Nina (1987) is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1987, created by Christian Vacchiano. Nina (1987) opens with Marigold, Green Notes, Bergamot, and Lemon, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, Iris, and Violet, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, Vetiver, and Patchouli. Nina Ricci's Nina (1987) carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

This isn't just a perfume; it's a nostalgic journey for many, a 'lost masterpiece' for others, and a 'soapy mess' for a few. Despite its divisive nature, it's widely coveted by those who recall its unique charm, embodying a truly elegant and classic femininity now lost to time.
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  • Classic
  • Elegant
  • Sophisticated
  • Powdery
  • Romantic
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Nina (1987) 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
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 Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its sophisticated and elegant profile, coupled with moderate to good longevity and sillage, makes it suitable for date nights and formal events. While a bit too prominent for a modern office, its 'fresh and clean' facets could work for some within professional settings. It's too refined and classic for casual or sporty wear.

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

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon
  • Geraniol from Rose
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bay laurel Laurus Nobilis Leaf Oil from Bay Leaf
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • 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

Nina (1987) opens with a bright, crisp aldehyde burst, mingling with juicy peach, zesty lemon, and a verdant whisper of basil and redcurrant leaf. It gracefully transitions to a powdery heart where mimosa and marigold shine, underpinned by the smooth elegance of iris and violet. The drydown settles into a sophisticated base of oakmoss, sandalwood, and a subtle, animalic civet, leaving a lingering, warm, and somewhat spicy woody trail.

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