Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps Eau de Parfum dupe — cheaper alternatives

Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps Eau de Parfum: released in 1948, woody, warm spicy and floral, about 6h on skin, projection 7/10, sillage 5/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps Eau de Parfum dupe?

The closest Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps Eau de Parfum dupe we found is Prince Matchabelli Wind Song — 80% match, about $15 (estimate) versus about $70 for a 100 ml bottle.

The five closest scent matches — the best Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps Eau de Parfum dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:

How the 5 picks compare on match, price and performance. Prices are estimates for a 100 ml bottle, not live retailer prices; * size not listed, so assumed to be 100 ml.
#AlternativeScent matchEst. price (100 ml)Longevity vs Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps Eau de ParfumProjection
1Prince Matchabelli Wind Song80%about $15* (−79%)5h vs 6h6/10
2Guy Laroche Fidji Parfum78%about $35 (−50%)7h vs 6h7/10
3Новая Заря (The New Dawn) Красная Москва (Red Moscow)77%about $25* (−64%)7h vs 6h7/10
4Dilís Parfum Dilis Classic Collection No. 181%about $10 (−86%)6h vs 6h7/10
5JAFRA Pastel76%about $25 (−64%)6h vs 6h6/10
  1. Prince Matchabelli Wind Song — 80% scent match

    Evokes the powdery spice and classic floral character of Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps, offering a gentle vintage charm.

    It shares its warm spicy, aromatic and woody accords with Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps Eau de Parfum, opens on Neroli and Bergamot too, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 666 community ratings.

  2. Guy Laroche Fidji Parfum — 78% scent match

    Leans into the same vintage green-floral territory as L'Air du Temps, featuring a rich blend of spices and aromatic woods.

    It shares its warm spicy, floral and powdery accords with Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps Eau de Parfum, lasts about 7h against 6h and carries 630 community ratings.

  3. Новая Заря (The New Dawn) Красная Москва (Red Moscow) — 77% scent match

    Shares a heavy emphasis on carnation and clove-driven spices, reminiscent of the traditional floral depth found in L'Air du Temps.

    It shares its floral, aromatic and warm spicy accords with Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps Eau de Parfum, opens on Bergamot too, lasts about 7h against 6h and carries 4,242 community ratings.

  4. Dilís Parfum Dilis Classic Collection No. 1 — 81% scent match

    Captures a similar airy carnation and bergamot interplay to L'Air du Temps, delivering a soft and nostalgic floral profile.

    It shares its white floral, powdery and aromatic accords with Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps Eau de Parfum, opens on Bergamot and Peach too, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 71 community ratings.

  5. JAFRA Pastel — 76% scent match

    Presents a powdery floral arrangement that feels reminiscent of the classic mid-century structure of L'Air du Temps.

    It shares its white floral, floral and powdery accords with Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps Eau de Parfum, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 11 community ratings.

Which Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps Eau de Parfum dupe is cheapest?

Dilís Parfum Dilis Classic Collection No. 1, at about $10 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 85% less than Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps Eau de Parfum.

Which Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps Eau de Parfum dupe lasts longest?

Guy Laroche Fidji Parfum, at about 7h on skin, against about 6h for Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps Eau de Parfum.

Which Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps Eau de Parfum dupe is closest to the original?

Dilís Parfum Dilis Classic Collection No. 1, at 81% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

How much does a Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps Eau de Parfum dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Prince Matchabelli Wind Song saves you about $80 a year against Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps Eau de Parfum. Assumes 100 ml bottles on both sides; prices are estimates.

Across 2,358 originals, the median designer bottle is $120 and its closest match $30 — the Dupe Report 2026.

Will a Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps Eau de Parfum dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Guy Laroche Fidji Parfum comes closest at 7.3h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.

Nina Ricci L'Air du Temps Eau de Parfum notes, performance and price

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Updated 2026-09-27.