Fragrance notes
We don’t have a structured pyramid for this entry yet. The overview below still describes the scent in words.
Performance
Empty fields use whatever accord list and description we have for this scent. Your own wear test always beats an automatic line.
Longevity
From the notes and description on this page, deeper woods, resins, and ambers in this kind of mix often linger longer on skin—still varies by person, climate, and sprays.
Projection
From the notes and description on this page, dense bases like this often feel louder in the first hour—start with one spray in tight rooms or at a desk.
Overview
L'Air du Temps Couture EditionbyNina Ricciis a Floral fragrance for women.L'Air du Temps Couture Editionwas launched in 2008. The nose behind this fragrance is Francis Fabron.L`Air du Temps Couture Edition is anniversary edition in honor of 60th anniversary since launch of fragrance L`Air du Temps in 1948.It is created by Francis Fabron and still enchants with its fine feminine floral accords. It opens with notes of bergamot, rosewood, carnation, rose, peach and neroli in the top. The heart brings a bouquet created of jasmine, violet, iris root, ylang-ylang, gardenia, carnation, rosemary, orchid and cloves. The base introduces cedar, sandalwood, musk, amber, iris, vetiver, benzoin, moss and spices.The bottle has the same shape like the first edition, L\'Air du Temps, the design of which was inspired by a gown created by the fashion director of Nina Ricci house – Olivier Theyskens. Only this time the bottle is in yellow-green nuances with feathers tied to the bottom with satin ribbon. The outer box is white with Damask Print. The front side of the box is transparent and the whole bottle is visible.This limited edition fragrance is available from April 2008 as 50ml (1.7 fl.oz.) EDT.
Quick answers
Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.
- Is L'Air du Temps Couture Edition office-safe?
- With a stronger profile, one light spray is often enough in quiet offices; save extra sprays for after work or open spaces.
- Best season
- Mixed profile—often bright up top with a warmer base—works year-round depending on sprays and temperature.
- Where to try it
- Department-store counters, brand boutiques, and trusted sample or decant sellers online—always test on your own skin before a full bottle.