Nina

I also pick up on the red caramel apple notes! 😊 For me, the drydown of this scent remains unparalleled. While I find the initial apple accord a bit too sweet and gourmand, the blend in the dry phase is absolutely captivating - a masterful fusion of apple and warmth that's akin to the gentle glow of skin subtly infused with fragrance, rather than the overpowering aroma of cooked apples. My partner isn't blown away by it, but for me, this scent has an irresistible allure that keeps my nose glued to my wrist! 😊

This perfume has an invigorating quality, evoking the sensation of biting into a crisp winter morning with its bright, natural apple fragrance.

Here's a rewritten version of the comment in a communication speaking tone: It may not have been the pioneering floral-fruity fragrance, but Nina Ricci's iconic scent undoubtedly dominated its era of global popularity. For many teenage girls, discussing this perfume was all the rage, rivaling the sales performance of Donna Karan's apple-themed offerings. The concept behind Nina was to recapture the carefree spirit and whimsical nature of youth. The bottle's apple design, adorned with three silver leaves, exudes sophistication. This sweet yet subtle scent may seem counterintuitive, but it's a deliberate choice. The fragrance's composition features top notes of Calabrian lemon and green lime, followed by a body that captures the essence of a candied apple through notes of apple, praline, vanilla, and gardenia. The base is woody, with cedar, applewood, and musk. When applied to the skin, Nina yields a fruity and acidic scent with sweet undertones. It's akin to savoring an expertly prepared apple caipirinha, with tender apples infused in sugar, poured directly onto the skin. Over time, the heart of the fragrance reveals a green and succulent apple nuance that avoids cloying sweetness – a quality many users appreciate. The base of Nina is straightforward, offering a pleasant yet unremarkable finish. The cedar and musk combine to create a daytime-friendly scent, but it's the initial evolution and dry down that truly make this perfume special. For this reason, reapplying every four or five hours allows one to relive the experience anew. Despite its moderate longevity, Nina exudes confidence and has good staying power.

The most adorable fragrance I've ever encountered!

Upon first seeing the playful red apple-shaped bottle, I anticipated a scent that would be overwhelmingly sweet, lacking depth, but I was pleasantly surprised to find otherwise. While there is an initial fruity and citrusy apple note, what truly stands out is the rich, earthy musk undertone that grounds the fragrance.