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Score
80/100

Nina Ricci

L'Air du Temps Eau de Parfum EDP

1948

Spices, neroli, and peach over powdery florals — L'Air du Temps's 1948 fancy-soap feminine, comforting.

L'Air du Temps Eau de Parfum
woody
warm spicy
floral

The take

What works

  • Spices-neroli-peach-bergamot fancy-soap clean comforting 1948 feminine
  • Approachable airy legendary classic at value

Trade-offs

  • Modern plastic cap feels lower quality
  • Reformulated batches lack vintage richness

Notes

Top

Mid

Base

Performance

Longevity
5–7 hours
Projection
Arm's length
Sillage
Soft trail

When to wear

Spring100%
Summer54%
Fall98%
Winter76%
Day98%
Night69%

Gender

Leans feminine

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does L'Air du Temps Eau de Parfum smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Chanel 31 Rue Cambon Eau de Parfum (100%), Chanel Chanel No. 5 (50%). Strong DNA matches — same scent family and similar composition.

How long does L'Air du Temps Eau de Parfum last?

5–7 hours on most skin (good longevity at 62/100) with solid projection.

When should you wear L'Air du Temps Eau de Parfum?

Strongest in spring and fall, daytime-leaning.

Is L'Air du Temps Eau de Parfum worth it?

At this price, yes for this tier. Spices-neroli-peach-bergamot fancy-soap clean comforting 1948 feminine. Approachable airy legendary classic at value.

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