Nina Ricci Perfumes

Two Doves and an Apple

Most people will know Nina Ricci by the shape of the perfume bottle. Two doves perched on top of the L'Air du Temps bottle. Or the apple-shaped bottle of Nina. Both are instantly recognisable.

What you may not know is how different these perfumes are.

• L'Air du Temps is a floral scent with some spice added in. This perfume was launched in 1948.
• Nina Eau de Toilette is much more fruity. With citrus and toffee apple. Launched in 2006.

You would never guess these were made by the same perfume house.

Carnations Have a Place in Perfume

Floral scents usually include rose and jasmine. Carnation is not one that you think of right away. However, carnation is used in Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps.

Carnation has a spicy smell to it. Almost like cloves. Along with a floral scent. It differs from the scent of a rose.

L'Air du Temps starts off with carnation and gardenia. Rose and jasmine then follow. Sandalwood and iris round out the perfume. Because of the spice, the florals smell different. Not all soft and sweet. But with some warmth and sharpness. Which is what makes L'Air du Temps stand out.

The Apple Doesn't Smell Like an Apple

Think about an apple. You would expect it to smell sweet and juicy. Well, Nina Eau de Toilette smells like an apple with some caramel added.

Lemon and lime open up the scent. Gardenia and toffee apple follow. With cedarwood and white musk. Citrus to start off with. Then the sweetness of toffee apple. Finally, the woods and musk. So the apple bottle doesn't actually smell like apple. More like an apple that has been dipped in caramel.

An Apple That Isn't Sweet and Juicy

Nina Rouge Eau de Toilette is another perfume that comes in an apple bottle. But it doesn't smell like the original Nina.

Where Nina had lemon, lime and toffee apple, Nina Rouge has citron and raspberry. Followed by gardenia and ginger flower. Caramel and vanilla. So again, it's a different type of sweet. With the tartness of raspberry. And the floral scent of ginger flower.

If you like Nina Eau de Toilette, you may enjoy Nina Rouge. Just don't expect it to smell the same.

What About Pistachio?

Pistachio is a common flavouring in many desserts. Ice cream and sweets. It also makes its way into perfume.

Nina Eau de Parfum has bergamot and pear. Followed by pistachio and gardenia. Vanilla and sandalwood. So once again, it's a different perfume to Nina Eau de Toilette. Although they both say Nina. And one is an Eau de Parfum and the other an Eau de Toilette. They don't smell the same.

Nina Le Parfum

Another one to note is Nina Le Parfum. This perfume has various types of apple in it. Along with lemon. Gardenia, orange blossom and tuberose. Amber woods and vanilla.

As you can see, there are many perfumes that have Nina in the name. Nina Eau de Toilette with its toffee apple scent. Nina Eau de Parfum with pistachio. Nina Le Parfum with apple and white florals. And Nina Rouge with raspberry and caramel.

So be sure to check the name of the perfume you are buying.

What If You Want to Buy Someone a Nina Ricci Perfume?

Sometimes you need to do a bit of detective work. Maybe your loved one has been wearing L'Air du Temps for years. And you want to buy them a new bottle.

Or they wear Nina but you are unsure which one. Look at the bottle or ask for a picture. Make sure you have the correct name, strength and size.

The colour of the bottle may not be enough. Especially with the Nina range. Also, don't assume that if a new version has been released it will smell the same. Some people want the same perfume they have always worn. There's nothing wrong with that.

Nina Ricci Perfume Online

Take a look at our range of Nina Ricci perfumes. From the floral scent of L'Air du Temps to the fruity scents in the Nina range. Be sure to check the notes, strength and size of the bottle.

If you are replacing a perfume that someone has worn in the past, make sure you have the full name of the perfume.

You can also take a look at our range of women's perfume.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps smell?

L'Air du Temps is a floral perfume with some spice. Carnation, gardenia, rose and jasmine. With sandalwood and iris.

How does Nina Ricci Nina Eau de Toilette smell?

Nina Eau de Toilette has lemon, lime, gardenia, toffee apple, cedarwood and white musk.

Is Nina Rouge the same as Nina Eau de Toilette?

No. Nina Rouge has citron, raspberry, gardenia, ginger flower, caramel and vanilla. Whereas Nina has lemon, lime, toffee apple, gardenia, cedarwood and musk.

Which Nina Ricci perfume has pistachio?

Nina Eau de Parfum has pistachio in it. Along with pear, bergamot, gardenia, vanilla and sandalwood.

What's the difference between Nina Eau de Parfum and Nina Le Parfum?

Nina Eau de Parfum has a pistachio and gardenia scent with vanilla. While Nina Le Parfum has apple, lemon, white florals and amber woods.

Why does L'Air du Temps have doves on it?

The doves symbolise peace and love, as the perfume was created after the Second World War in 1948.

Are all Nina Ricci perfumes sweet?

No. Although most of the Nina range are sweet and fruity, L'Air du Temps is a floral perfume with some spice.

Can I refill my Nina Ricci perfume?

Yes. Some of the Nina Eau de Toilette 80ml bottles can be refilled with the 150ml refill.

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