Fragrance notes
How this scent is often described (from community votes on accords—useful when a full pyramid isn’t in our data yet).
Woody
100%
Powdery
83%
White Floral
77%
Fruity
63%
Floral
63%
Sweet
60%
Warm Spicy
55%
Musky
49%
Rose
49%
Violet
49%
Performance
Empty fields use this listing’s top accords (Woody, Powdery, and White Floral) plus the overview text—add your own numbers anytime after testing on skin.
Longevity
With Woody, Powdery, White Floral, and Fruity among the strongest accord tags here, deeper woods, resins, and ambers in this kind of mix often linger longer on skin—still varies by person, climate, and sprays.
Projection
With Woody, Powdery, White Floral, and Fruity among the strongest accord tags here, 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 ZénithbyNina Ricciis a Floral fragrance for women.L'Air du Temps Zénithwas launched in 2016. The nose behind this fragrance is Francis Fabron. Top notes are Peach, Rose, Palisander Rosewood, Carnation, Bergamot and Aldehydes; middle notes are Jasmine, Gardenia, Violet, Rose, Rosemary, Carnation, Lily, Orchid, Orris Root and Ylang-Ylang; base notes are Sandalwood, Musk, Woody Notes, Spices, Amber and Oakmoss.The perfume which made Nina Ricci's fragrances famous, L’Air du Temps from 1948, will be presented in three new luxurious limited editions Aube, Zénith and Crépuscule within the Collection Lumière in December 2016."A flight towards the zenith, in broad daylight, a brilliant moment. The refined and sensual spirals of the Lalique crystal are embraced by white-feathered and hand-painted golden doves. An exceptional bottle in a numbered edition, Le Zénith pays tribute to the original mythical fragrance born in 1948.L’Air du Temps was already a revolutionary composition at the time and still remains so today. Sunny and radiant. It is the first in the family of spicy florals in the history of perfumery by Francis Fabron. A legendary perfume since its birth. Composed of a bunch of dazzling golden flowers, this feminine and powdery mixture focuses on the natural essences of rose, iris, jasmine and sandalwood, which give the fragrance its brilliance and vigour. At its heart, peppery, slightly bitter carnation gives it a singular note.An unchanged, jealously guarded trail that evokes eternal spring and the intensity of the very special radiance of the sun at its peak." - a note from the brand.L'Air du Temps Zénith is a special edition of the original composition in a Lalique crystal bottle, representing the highlight of the day. Announced as bright and sunny, the scent brings the well known accords of rose, lily, jasmine, carnation and sandalwood. It is available as a 45 ml Eau de Parfum at the price of €1650.
Quick answers
Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.
- Is L'Air du Temps Zénith 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
- Deeper woods and resins often feel natural in cooler months; they can feel heavy in extreme heat.
- 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.