Nina Ricci Lalique Mini Perfumes

 These adorable miniature perfume bottles were introduced for the Holiday season in 1955 and used until 1962, some were used afterwards. 

Premier Jour by Nina Ricci c2001

Premier Jour by Nina Ricci: launched in 2001. It was created by Sophie Labbe, Carlos Benaim and Rosendo Mateu. 

Deci Dela by Nina Ricci c1994

In the early 1990s, the world of perfume was experiencing a dynamic shift. The era was marked by a growing interest in both classic and contemporary scents, with a strong emphasis on storytelling and evocative names that could capture the imagination of consumers. This period saw a blend of nostalgia for the elegance of past decades and a burgeoning fascination with innovative fragrances that could offer new sensory experiences.

In 1992, Parfums Nina Ricci S.A. began developing a new fragrance to be marketed worldwide under the name "Deci Dela." The name was chosen by high-level executives of Parfums Nina Ricci A.S.  Nina Ricci’s choice of the name "Deci Dela" for their 1994 fragrance was both strategic and evocative. The name was inspired by the French opera "Veronique," specifically drawing from the old French saying "Deci Dela," which translates to "Now here, now there." This phrase suggests a sense of elusiveness and the fleeting nature of moments—qualities that can be highly desirable in a perfume.

"Deci Dela" as a perfume name conveys a sense of whimsical sophistication and ephemeral beauty. The name evokes images of a woman who is both enigmatic and charming, able to captivate those around her with a fleeting but unforgettable presence. The term suggests a fragrance that can transition effortlessly from one occasion to another, embodying versatility and elegance. For women of the time, the name "Deci Dela" would resonate with the desire for a fragrance that offers both sophistication and a touch of mystery, reflecting their own complex identities and lifestyles.

La Tentation de Nina c2014

La Tentation de Nina by Nina Ricci: launched in 2014 as a limited edition flanker scent to the original Nina fragrance launched in 2006. Created between Olivier Cresp and Vincent Lemains, the master chef of the Parisian patisserie Ladurée, famous for its delectable macaroons.

The composition of the fragrance reportedly took a long time to develop into a true gourmand fragrance featuring a unique macaroon accord. Ladurée also presented a new line of their macaroons which they named Nina in tribute to the fragrance.

So what does it smell like? It is classified as a fruity floral gourmand fragrance for women.

• Top notes: bergamot and grapefruit
• Middle notes: raspberry, almond, lemon, macaroon and Bulgarian rose absolute
• Base notes: white musk, Bourbon vanilla, sandalwood

Nina by Nina Ricci c1987

Nina (original) by Nina Ricci: launched in 1987. Created by Christian Vacchiano of Argeville perfumers. Nina was launched exclusively in the US through Nordstrom and through direct mail before it was distributed worldwide.

L' Eau de Temps c2007

L' Eau de Temps by Nina Ricci: launched in 2007 as a limited edition flanker scent of L'Air du Temps for Spring. Created by Givaudan perfumers.

So what does it smell like? It is classified as a floral woody musk fragrance for women.

• Top notes: sweet orange, tangerine, blackcurrant, cilantro, pink peppercorn, coriander
• Middle notes: carnation, gardenia, jasmine, tuberose, ylang-ylang
• Base notes: amber, musk, woods

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Bigarade c1971

Bigarade by Nina Ricci: launched in 1971. Created by Francis Fabron of Roure. 

Phileas 1984

Phileas by Nina Ricci: launched in 1984.

Eau de Fleurs by Nina Ricci c1980

Eau de Fleurs by Nina Ricci: launched in 1980. Created by Betty Busse as an eau de toilette. A more intense version of the fragrance named Fleurs de Fleurs, in eau de parfum concentration was also released in 1982.

Mademoiselle Ricci by Nina Ricci c1967

Mademoiselle Ricci by Nina Ricci: launched in 1967. An eau de toilette created for young girls by
Michel Hy.

Fleur de Fleurs by Nina Ricci c1982

Fleur de Fleurs by Nina Ricci: launched in 1982, created by Betty Busse. The fragrance was marketed as "Eau de Fleurs" in Europe. In 1981, Jean-Louis Ricci explained "Americans don't like the French word eau (water in English). They like everything strong, highly concentrated, sickening sweet. So we changed the name. The French tend to like the opposite."

Nina by Nina Ricci - Precious Swarovski Edition Collector Flacon c2009

Nina by Nina Ricci - Precious Swarovski Edition: launched in 2009 as a limited edition collector's flacon holding 80ml of Nina by Nina Ricci Eau de Toilette.

Nina by Nina Ricci c2006

Nina by Nina Ricci: launched in 2006, created by Olivier Cresp and Jacques Cavallier in 2006. The name is directly inspired by the 1987 perfume Nina, though they are two different fragrances.

Capricci by Nina Ricci c1960

Capricci by Nina Ricci: launched in 1960. Created by Marcel Carles.

Farouche by Nina Ricci c1973

Farouche by Nina Ricci:  launched in 1973. Pronounced "fa-roosh". Created by Michel Hy.