Nina Ricci Lalique Mini Perfumes

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. 

The flat, apple shaped frosted glass bottle was made by Lalique and used for Fille d'Eve. It measures just 1.5" tall. 

The tiny little leaf shaped bottle was made by Lalique and used for the Fille d'Eve parfum. The frosted glass bottle measures about 1.5" inch from tip to top of the gold tone cap and almost an inch wide at the widest point. Its neck was tied with a purple ribbon. It was housed in an oval shaped acetate box.

The single heart shaped bottle was made by Lalique and used for Coeur Joie, its neck was tied with a pink ribbon. It measures just 1.25" tall and was housed in a heart shaped acetate box. The double heart bottle was also used for Coeur Joie, it measures 2.25" long and held 1/8 oz parfum.

Not shown in the ad was the triple heart shaped bottle which measures 3 1/8" long and held 1/3 oz of both Coeur Joie and Farouche parfum as well as the L'Air du Temps eau de parfum. Also not pictured in the ad was the quadruple heart bottle, also made by Lalique, this bottle holds 1/4 oz of parfum.

Bottle sizes:

• 4" long (four hearts)
• 3 1/8" long (three hearts)
• 2 1/4" long (two hearts)
• 1 1/2" long (one heart)

The starburst bottle with the scalloped edges, known as Soleil, was made by Lalique for L'Air du Temps. It came in two sizes, the smallest made of unfrosted glass, measures just 1.25" tall. The larger bottle holding 1/7 oz was made of frosted glass and measures 1.5" tall, its neck was tied with a yellow ribbon.

Deci Dela (1994)

Deci Dela by Nina Ricci: launched in 1994. Created by Evelyne Boulanger and Jean Guichard.

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 from the French opera "Veronique" by high-level executives of Parfums Nina Ricci A.S. The name takes off on the old French saying "Now here, now there."

A fruity floral and chypre blend. The playful top note blends peach, raspberry, apricot=scented osmanthus, melon and boronia flowers. The flirtatious middle note tickles the senses with centifolia may rose, sunny freesia and aromatic hazelnut. The luscious base note is the oriental accord of chypre, Provence cypress, cedar, oakmoss and patchouli.

Fragrance Composition:

So what does it smell like? It is classified as a crisp, fruity mossy chypre fragrance for women. Deci dela is called a harmony of three interwoven lines f scents - one fruity (youthful), floral (warm, developed) and woody (softness.) The eau de toilette is lighter and fruitier while the parfum is the warmest, most complex. 

Succulent fruits in combination with floral accents make this fragrance a show-stopper. 

Artful packaging contains a mixture of sensual delights with the unexpected punch of raspberry, cherry, peach, freesia and rose.  Not for the faint of heart. In eau de toilette, concentrated eau de toilette and extract.

• Top notes: orange, nectarine, cherry, apricot, mandarin, watermelon, pawpaw, raspberry, Chinese osmanthus, peach, Australian boronia and red currant
• Middle notes: hazelnut, headspace sweet pea, carnation, Javanese papaya, orris, freesia, jasmine, sweet pea rose and cabbage rose
• Base notes: Sumatran balsam, cedar, cypress, amber, benzoin, styrax, Cambodian agar wood, oakmoss, sandalwood, patchouli, resins and vanilla

Vanity Fair, 1995:

"Original. Audacious. An exotic, fruity, floral and chypre blend that is impossible to resist in brightly coloured flacons as luscious as the fragrance within."

Bottle:

Presented in a rounded deep pink bottle with gold swirls and gold round stopper, designed by the Mattia Bonetti for artists Bonetti and Garouste (BG), it captures Nina Ricci's characteristic playful and romantic style. The bottle design has a natural, pleasing shapeliness glowing with rich colors of raspberry, cherry and mandarin orange. The glass is frosted to give it the feel of a peach skin and enlivened with dancing lines of gold. The matte gold stoppers are shaped like fattened hearts set on a diagonal slant. 

Deci Dela's bath line takes its colors directly from the sea, in matte shades of blue and green reminiscent of the 1950s. The whimsical soap dish recalls the flying saucers of the era and rests on little gold balls. The stoppers on both the shower gel and body lotion are plump golden waves.

Deci Dela was available in the following products:

• 5 ml Parfum Mini Splash
• 15 ml Parfum Spray
• 1.2 ml Eau de Toilette Concentree Sample Spray Vial
• 5 ml Eau de Toilette Concentree Mini Splash
• 30 ml Eau de Toilette Concentree 
• 50 ml Eau de Toilette Concentree
• 100 ml Eau de Toilette Concentree 
• 5 ml Eau de Toilette Mini Splash
• 30 ml Eau de Toilette 
• 50 ml Eau de Toilette 
• 100 ml Eau de Toilette
• Perfumed Dusting Powder
• Perfumed Body Creme 
• Perfumed Body Lotion
• Perfumed Bath & Shower Lotion
• Perfumed Bath Pearls
• Perfumed Soap

Fate of the Fragrance:

Discontinued, probably around 1999.

Bigarade (1971)

Bigarade by Nina Ricci: launched in 1971. Created by Francis Fabron of Roure. Bigarade is a Bigarade-type aldehyde perfume, characterized by fresh, tonic, and subtly floral notes. Its composition features bitter orange, mandarin, neroli, clary sage, and opoponax, giving it a lively, vibrant citrus personality.

The fragrance highlights the bright and zesty nuances of bitter orange, from which it takes its name, and it seduces with a persistent, natural charm. Designed for a woman who is fresh, attractive, light, and free of heavy artifices, Bigarade is an ideal daytime fragrance, evoking a cheerful, energetic, sporty, and springlike atmosphere.

The French name refers to the bitter Seville oranges and the fragrance is built upon this theme. A light and airy fragrance that was suggested to be worn from 9 to 5 either at the office, casually hanging out with friends or playing sports.

The Amarillo Globe-Times, 1972:

"You were ripe for an orange fragrance. Bigarade has it's own twist! Nina Ricci's new Bigarade means bitter orange. As tangy with herbs and spices as a candle shop; vibrant as a blossom. A wake-up, sunny-day fragrance that's definitely citrus. But no lemon or lime citrus. Too new for that. Too Nina Ricci for that. Almost too fresh to be bottled. That's Bigarade. To splash, spray, pat or stroke on in the morning . . . to color happily your whole day. The Bigarade collection, including Eau de Toilette, bath and body care $2.50 to $12.00."

Fragrance Composition:

So what does it smell like? It is classified as an aldehydic bitter-sweet aromatic chypre fragrance for women. Bigarade is a Bigarade-type aldehyde perfume, characterized by fresh, tonic, and subtly floral notes. Its composition features bitter orange, mandarin, neroli, clary sage, and opoponax, giving it a lively, vibrant citrus personality.

The fragrance highlights the bright and zesty nuances of bitter orange, from which it takes its name, and it seduces with a persistent, natural charm. Designed for a woman who is fresh, attractive, light, and free of heavy artifices, Bigarade is an ideal daytime fragrance, evoking a cheerful, energetic, sporty, and springlike atmosphere.

• Top notes: aldehydes, bergamot, mandarin, neroli, bitter orange and Seville orange
• Middle notes: clary sage, orange blossom, herbs and spices
• Base notes: opoponax, labdanum, oakmoss, sandalwood, patchouli, ambergris, musk, vetiver

Bottles:

The original Bigarade fragrance was available in Eau de Toilette concentration only. The EDT splash was available in four sizes and the EDT sprays were available in 4 oz luxe atomizer and a 2 oz refillable atomizer. Bath and body products were introduced: perfumed soap, perfumed bath foam, deodorant spray, and perfumed talc. These products were still available in 1977/1978.

Fate of the Fragrance:

Discontinued probably in the 1980s.

Phileas (1984)

Phileas by Nina Ricci: launched in 1984.

Fragrance Composition:

So what does it smell like? It is classified as a fresh chypre fragrance for men. It begins with a fresh green top, followed by a woody spicy heart, resting on a leather ambery base.

• Top notes: green note, Comorian basil, Italian mandarin, Caribbean sweet lime, crinkled mint, aldehydes, juniper berries, galbanum, bergamot and lemon
• Middle notes: Moroccan artemisia, thyme, Kenyan tagetes, Provencal celery, carnation, Indonesian patchouli, Chinese cinnamon, Egyptian jasmine, caraway, Reunion vetiver, red cedar and pine tree needles
• Base notes: olibanum, Indian sandalwood, cypress, cistus labdanum, leather, ambergris, musk, Balkan oakmoss and tobacco

Fate of the Fragrance:

Discontinued in the 1990s.

Eau de Fleurs (1980)

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.

Here's how: St. Thomas & St. John, 1982:

"The famous house of Nina Ricci has a new fragrance for the ladies — Eau de Fleurs, and Continental has it for about $10 for one and three quarters ounces of the eau de toilette. This is a light and light-hearted fragrance, perhaps an expression of a new kind of romanticism."

Fragrance Composition:

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

• Top notes: galbanum, aldehydes, lemon, apple, narcissus, daffodil and bergamot
• Middle notes: iris, apple blossom, rose de mai, cyclamen, hyacinth, jasmine, lilac, woodland lily, magnolia, peony, orange blossom, ylang-ylang 
• Base notes: leather, civet, labdanum, rosemary, sage, vetiver, amber, oakmoss, musk and sandalwood

Bottles:

In 1984/1985, the Eau de Toilette for Fleur de Fleurs, known as Eau de Fleurs, extended the fragrance into daily use while maintaining its refined identity. It was presented in engraved gold bottles in three generous sizes—100 ml, 200 ml, and 400 ml—emphasizing continuity with the luxurious aesthetic of the crystal editions. A large 120 ml atomizer offered ease and comfort for regular application, while a 50 ml natural spray provided a lighter, contemporary format suited to travel or daytime wear.

Presented in a limited edition Lalique crystal flacon for the Christmas holiday in 1981. 

Fate of the Fragrance:

Discontinued, date unknown.

Mademoiselle Ricci (1967)

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

Mademoiselle Ricci is a green-aldehyde type perfume, presenting a fresh, lively, and modern fragrance. Its composition includes Kazanlick rose, oakmoss, absolute royal lily, Florence iris, Indian sandalwood, and Arabian galbanum, resulting in vivid, unexpected, and slightly biting notes. This perfume balances freshness with mystery, making it a true expression of today’s young woman—the “woman of tomorrow”. It is versatile and suitable for all occasions.

Fragrance Composition:

So what does the original version smell like? It is classified as a spicy green aldehydic floral chypre fragrance for women. "Refreshing and mysterious, an elegant blend of wildflowers and spice." It starts off with a fresh green top, followed by a green floral heart, layered over a mild, powdery floral base.

• Top notes: aldehyde, bergamot, lemon, hyacinth, violet, Arabian galbanum
• Middle notes: lily of the valley, narcissus, lilac, jasmine, spices, Florentine iris, royal lily absolute, violet leaf, Kazanlik damask rose, honeysuckle
• Base notes: cedar, ambergris, Mysore sandalwood, patchouli, oakmoss, musk

Bottles:

The original Mademoiselle Ricci was available in Eau de Toilette concentration only. The EDT splash was available in four sizes and the EDT sprays were available in 4 oz luxe atomizer and a 2 oz refillable atomizer.

Bath and body products were introduced: perfumed soap, perfumed bath foam, and perfumed talc.

In 1972/1973, Mademoiselle Ricci was available in the following formats:

• Presentations: Eau de Toilette (4 sizes); Eau de Toilette atomizers (4 oz Luxury, 2 oz refillable)
• Ancillary Products: Perfumed soap; Perfumed bath foam; Deodorant spray; Perfumed talc.

In 1977/1978, Mademoiselle Ricci was available in the following formats:

• Presentations: Eau de Toilette (4 sizes); Eau de Toilette atomizers (4 oz Luxury, 2 oz refillable)
• Ancillary Products: Perfumed soap; Perfumed bath foam; Perfumed talc.

Fate of the Fragrance:

Discontinued, date unknown. Still being sold in 1992.

Reformulated by Alberto Morillas and relaunched  in 2012.

So what does the reformulation smell like? It is classified as a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women.

• Top notes are wild rose and pink pepper
• Middle notes are nerium oleander, rose hip and laurels
• Base notes are white wood and musk

Capricci (1960)

Capricci by Nina Ricci: launched in 1960. Created by Marcel Carles. Capricci is a floral-hesperidic perfume, a sumptuous and secret fragrance. Its composition features absolute jasmine, absolute May rose, Bulgarian rose essence, gardenia, geranium, and hyacinth, creating a rich, velvety bouquet of extreme elegance. Designed for a “woman of dreams” at the height of her seduction and refinement, Capricci is ideal for elegant, dressed-up occasions, yet its charm extends to every hour of the day, revealing a sophisticated and timeless allure.

Capricci was very prized in Europe, and it was the official French Government gift to visiting royalty.



Fragrance Composition:


So what does it smell like? It is classified as a light, elegant aldehydic citrusy floral fragrance for women. Sophisticated, modern aldehydic blend predominantly with lily of the valley, reseda, Chinese gardenia, jasmine and Bulgarian roses layered over musk oakmoss and ambergris. It begins with a fresh flowery top, followed by a lavish floral heart, layered over an elegant feminine base. 

• Top notes: aldehydes, bergamot, green leaves, calyx note, lily of the valley, reseda
• Middle notes: oregano, rosemary, tuberose, Chinese gardenia, orris root, jasmine absolute, hyacinth, ylang-ylang, lily-of-the-valley, geranium, Bulgarian rose essence, may rose absolute, and narcissus
• Base notes: ambergris, sandalwood, musk, benzoin, oakmoss and vetiver

 

Bottles:

The original Capricci was available in Parfum and Eau de Toilette concentration only.  Parfum was housed in Lalique crystal bottles. 

Deluxe Faceted Crystal Bottles:

The deluxe bottles are faceted cut crystal. The largest Lalique parfum bottle for Capricci holds 11 oz.

 

• 11 oz = 6.25" tall.
• 6.6 oz = 6" tall.

Disk Shaped Splash Bottles:

These bottles debuted in the 1950s and are found in both parfum and eau de toilette concentration. The bottles were manufactured by Lalique, the circular body has a scalloped design around the edges and a spherical glass stopper with the initials NR raised on the neck. These bottles were fitted with round paper labels. The Eau de Capricci bottles were fitted with a gilded screw cap. 

Parfum Bottle sizes:

• 8.75" tall
• 5 1/8" tall  (6.8 oz), with screw cap
• 5" tall (3.3 oz) 
• 4 1/2" tall, parfum with oval shaped body, crystal stopper
• 4 1/4" tall (1 3/4 oz), parfum with crystal stopper
• 4" tall, parfum with crystal stopper
• 3 3/4" tall
• 3 1/4" tall (1 oz) parfum, with crystal stopper
• 3" tall (1/4 oz) 
• 2 5/8" tall (3/7 oz), parfum with crystal stopper
• 2 3/4" tall 

Jeweler's Opera Flacon:

This purse size bottle holds 1/5 oz of Capricci Parfum in a refillable splash bottle. Bottle stands about 2.5"tall. This little clear glass bottle is encased in gold tone metal latticework, its cap is in the shape of a gold tone metal rose. It was packaged along with a tiny gilt metal funnel in a luxurious brown presentation case lined with bronze colored satin. Reference #7286. 

Capricci was also available in eau de toilette concentration in two different bottles, a disk shaped Lalique designed splash flacon that was a standard bottle for other Ricci perfumes (also used for eau de cologne), 

The EDT splash was available in four sizes and the EDT sprays were available in 4 oz luxe atomizer, a 2 oz refillable atomizer and a tall, cylindrical spray Lalique glass bottle with brass trimming, called the "Airomatique Spray"..

Vogue - Volume 146, 1965:

"awn of a new day in spray. ..the Airomatique! An original Lalique flacon with a very special atomizer, created in Paris by Marcel Franck. Just a touch of your finger releases a fine mist of Capricci Eau de Toilette. It's all fragrance. And all in all the most beautiful addition to your boudoir."

Bath and body products were introduced: perfumed soap, perfumed bath foam, perfumed body cream, and perfumed talc.

In 1972/1973, Capricci was available in the following formats:

• Parfum Presentations: Crystal bottles with Lalique-designed stoppers. Available in various sizes; Purse atomizers; Perfume atomizers (3 sizes). 
• Related Products: Eau de Toilette (4 sizes); Atomizers; Eau de Toilette - 4 oz deluxe, - 2 oz refillable; Aromatic Spray. 
• Ancillary Products: Perfumed soap; Perfumed bath foam; Perfumed body cream; Perfumed talc.

In 1977/1978, Capricci was available in the following formats:

• Parfum Presentations: Crystal bottles with Lalique-designed stoppers. Available in various sizes; Purse atomizers; Perfume atomizers.
• Related Products: Eau de Toilette (4 sizes); Eau de Toilette Atomizers  - 4 oz deluxe, - 2 oz refillable; Natural Eau de Toilette spray (2.5 oz)
• Ancillary Products: Perfumed soap; Perfumed bath foam; Perfumed body cream; Perfumed talc.

In 1984–1985, Capricci was presented as a complete and elegant fragrance line, reflecting Nina Ricci’s dedication to artistry, sophistication, and the refinement of daily ritual. The collection offered a balance between collectible luxury and practical formats, allowing the wearer to enjoy the perfume both as a treasured objet d’art and as an accessible signature scent for everyday use. Each piece was designed to reflect the youthful, whimsical, and feminine character of Capricci, a fragrance known for its playful yet sophisticated charm.

At the top of the line were the Lalique crystal bottles, offered in two sizes. These sculptural bottles transformed perfume into a collectible piece of art, their clarity and precision emphasizing both the luxury of the fragrance and the craftsmanship of Lalique glass. In addition, the parfum was available in presentation bottles in four sizes, offering a more traditional display while maintaining elegance, and a purse spray for portability and discreet use on the go, ideal for modern, active lifestyles.

The Eau de Toilette line extended Capricci into daily wear with versatility and convenience. Available as splashes in four sizes, the fragrance could be applied generously or with more restraint. A large 4 oz (120 ml) spray offered ease of use for home or office, while a 60 ml refillable spray provided both practicality and sustainability, reflecting an emerging interest in reusable fragrance formats. A 2.5 oz (75 ml) natural spray offered a lighter, modern application method suitable for travel or casual wear.

Completing the collection, the accessories allowed Capricci to envelop the wearer in its playful floral charm from bath to body. The line included 100 g perfumed soaps, a 150 ml perfumed body lotion, and a perfumed foaming bath designed to transform bathing into a fragrant ritual. Perfumed talcum powder was offered in a 100 g travel-size flexible bottle, adding a powdery, soft touch to the scent, while a 150 ml cream soap provided a gentle daily cleansing experience.

Together, the 1984–1985 Capricci line exemplified Nina Ricci’s philosophy of fragrance as both art and lifestyle. Through the combination of Lalique crystal artistry, versatile sprays, and indulgent body-care offerings, Capricci was presented as a fragrance that was playful yet sophisticated, luxurious yet practical—a complete sensory experience designed to charm and delight.

Fate of the Fragrance:

Despite the high quality of the Nina Ricci perfumes, four fragrances were unsuccessful in the American market (Coeur Joie, Capricci, Farouche and Fleurs de Fleurs), yet, they are successful in Europe. Why? Because most American women prefer stronger fragrances rather than the light, flowery scents enjoyed by European women. Furthermore, European women believe femininity is enhanced by a perfume, and they place more importance on the decorative crystal bottles and packaging than American women do. “ The French image of perfume is very romantic, feminine and sophisticated,” says Lina Vitali, vice president of Parfums Nina Ricci, USA in 1989. “The American perfume’s image is more aggressive, sexual and overpowering.”