Premier Jour

After being hesitant about buying Premier Jour for quite some time I finally got it less than a week ago. A small bottle, half-blind buy... And what can I say? I think I'm falling in love! :) This is a fragrance in which I actually do recognise the notes of real flowers which doesn't happen all that often. If I tell you that I wanted to have my bridal bouquet made of sweet peas (didn't get it though, wasn't quite the season anymore), and here - et voilá - here's the wonderful scent of fresh and sweet :) sweet peas au nature then you can understand how much I appreciate the note being emphasised. Wish I had known it just a little while ago, so I could have worn this to replace the missing flower in my bouquet. But that's not it - there's also the gardenia note which is surprisingly (and pleasantly!) creamy. I can only guess it's the vanilla blend which makes it so smooth. Ah, and there's also the sparkling note of mandarin orange - moodlifting and energising. My nose (which sadly is rather sensitive and accepts only mild fragrances these days) is happy with Premier Jour. It's indeed all what's been said by previous reviews - soft, delicate, nice, feminine, happy, clean, beautiful, floral... Cute! :) All in all - I think I have found a new favorite for the coming spring! Plus, I already wish I had ordered the biggest bottle. Ps. And yes, it fades away too fast. :S

Optimism in a bottle. From the name, Premier Jour (first day), to the bottle (one block on top of the other), to the soft peachy color and the bright vibrant scent everything conveys optimism. Premier Jour opens with a glorious, zesty, sweet, mandarin-orange which lights up your face with a smile. I was surprised there were no orange blossoms, but it’s probably the well behaved gardenia from the heart giving this white floral effect. Surprisingly the gardenia doesn’t overpower the delicate cheerful sweet peas, it just lends a creaminess and a mild green edge, but the sweet peas are very distinct which is a good change in a floral designer perfume. The base is sweet, soft and smooth. The overall composition suits a polite, polished pure woman, dressed in white and beige, sleek hair and nude makeup. It’s very versatile on a spring/summer morning; you can wear it to office, to church, in hospital, or school, for a wedding day or to go shopping and it will still seem relevant. Adorable ☺️

I love this perfume. It was always my go-to summer fragrance and I bought replacement bottle after replacement bottle. For some reason, I didn't repurchase after my last bottle ran out. A couple of weeks ago, I felt there was something missing from my fragrance wardrobe and realised - this was it. I wore it again yesterday evening, after a shower, and it is a lovely, fresh, light but creamy floral scent to wear when the weather is hot and humid (as it has been in SE England). The initial spray opens with sweet pea and gardenia, which hang around for quite a while; the woodsy notes underpin the florals, which makes this perfume for me - I don't think I could wear this if the scent was exclusively floral. I can't really detect the vanilla in this at all, although it may be what gives the fragrance its creaminess. I can imagine a summer bride wearing this on her wedding day. It is feminine and somehow virginal. It has a reasonable longevity on my skin 4-5 hours and moderate sillage.

I love this and I am very mature fragrance purchaser. I love the old power smells but recently, I realised I was aging myself so decided to step back and I have to say... this was the perfect step in that direction. The notes are complex. I've already said they remind me of youth, hormones, puberty and spring. There's a lot going on but I also feel like there's a razor edge sharpness that underpins it all. The florals are great but the woody accords is by far the best thing about this fragrance... it seeps out after about 30 mins and leaves a sweetness in the back of your throat, like a drop of wild honey but that white metallica or 'cleanliness' never leaves, turning into linen blowing in the breeze. This is definitely something I wouldn't want to wear on its own unless it was springtime in an airy environment, not the city. Hopefully I can go on a boat ride in a few weeks and see how this smell fairs in the wind xx

Im addicted💕🤍🤍 I always hear about vanilla bombs, musk bombs etc But with premier jour ? Ur gonna experience what i call an airiness BOMB Don’t expect a creamy gardenia orchid Vanilla with a sweetened sweet pea cus it’s not Its a really fresh watery rosy sweet pea with the insanely good fresh petales of gardenia and musk not a sweet or super creamy scent more like a fresh petals of airy florals It has that ginger edge really noticeable idk why is no one mentioning that And the opening is soo watery and fresh like sage water notes and sweet pea then just sweet pea soapy gardenia ginger and musk Absolutely no sweetness or vanilla either Peace and Thursday mornings

This is quite like Jil Sander Sensations. I wore it for my wedding. I loved it and went through several bottles. Now sadly discontinued. Why Nina Ricci (or whoever it is) saw fit to dump this and crank out the brightly coloured sugar fruit miasmas that currently make up its range I can't fathom. This was proper perfume, sophisticated, fresh, warm, beautiful at every stage. Very spring/summer. Actually does merge with you like it says it does. They changed the bottle at one point, which wasn't an improvement. They gave it a nasty rubber lid. Then they they just gave up and threw it out. FOR THE LOVE OF GOD WHY?? Phillistines.

@TonyTheTiger Sometimes someone makes an extremely stupid comment in very poor taste; sometimes someone needs to call them out. This is one of them. "This was the perfume used in the Salisbury, UK novichok poisoning. Don't be moaning about it's performance ;)" Premier Jour is not "the perfume used in Salisbury, UK novichok poisoning". The perfume was NOT used; a bottle labelled Premier Jour was discovered in Salisbury, which contained a novichok nerve agent. Five people were hospitalised as a result of the attack. One died. It is not appropriate now - nor will it ever be - to joke about it.

The smell is a beautiful vanilla, sweet floral and orange scent... For some people it may smell soapy possibly. On myself luckily it's a subtle simply feminine smell. I absolutely hate the bottle design it's flimsy and annoying! It doesn't match the smell at all! I recommend this for a lady; a sophisticated lady maybe aged 25-40... It's a nice and safe smell... However for the price I wouldn't ever buy this again. I love it but... Compared to my other perfumes of a similar price this one lacks personality.... I LOVE IT STILL!

Amazing a huge love 🤍 The Opening is a bit masculine watery aquatic feel with a delicate but noticeable ginger aroma and Bright citruses really unique and addictive opening ! Mellows into a heavenly sweet pea+gardenia combo that smell really balanced and well blended When the base appears i start to get the gardenia more that’s when the scent turns to a really nostalgic detergent laundry like scent with the musk appearing more Moderate projection and a really decent price tag Fresh’s the heck out of my body Just Perfection ✨

In the beginning it smells "polite" and PC, but it soon warms up and becomes smiling kindness. It is not a very unique scent but it is well balanced. Fresh without being sour, sharp or aquatic; warm without being heavy or overly sweet. A bit powdery, gentle, light and feminine. The aspect of femininity that is presented here is the caring, kind and confident one, not a wild and sexy one. I would love to smell this on someone who takes care of people - a nurse, a doctor, a teacher - it will make me trust her.

This is a typical Nina Ricci fragrance...softly floral, fairly demure and very lovely. It's also hardly noticeable which is why I really overspray. I like this because there is nothing offensive about it. But I don't find myself reaching for it often. I like my fragrance a bit more noticeable, usually not a floral, my least favorite type of scent. . I'm drawn to this particular floral because it contains NO rose. The sweet pea carries it beautifully.

I just can’t stop reviewing this masterpiece I thank god Every time i get my nose on this scent U know ? Every brand has its iconic floral scent Dior ~ Pure Poison Carolina Herrera ~ 212 NYC Chanel ~ Gabrielle essence Lancome ~ Miracle Estée Lauder ~ Pleasures Issey miyake ~ L’Eau D’Issey Lacoste ~ Pour Femme Roberto Cavalli ~ Paradiso Hugo Boss ~ Boss Femme Nina Ricci? Baby Its right in front of your eyes what are you waiting for? I mean ...

This is one of my favourite perfumes of all times. I went shopping the other day and 3 people stopped me to compliment and ask what perfume I was wearing. I was recommended this perfume by a friend some years back and now recommend to all of my friends also along with the people that compliment my fragrance. Well done Nina Ricci for another great perfume. I also love Ricci Ricci but have just run out - boo hoo xxx

I had an opportunity to use Premier Jour EDT for a while (my roommate let me use hers) and just fell in love with it. Back then it seemed to me that EDP is too strong on me, but now I even like perfume more. Very elegant, feminine, special and smells expensive. I agree- it really is classy! There's nothing too much, but also it's not plain. This is the Perfume for me and I just adore it!

Premier jour was the first perfume I chose and bought by myself. It was many years ago when I wasn't so much into perfumes and I must admit that I admire how easy it was- I just smelled, liked and bought it. It's like a beautiful woman without make up. Her beauty is quiet but obvious so there's no need to shout. She's optimistic and confident. Delicate, sophisticated and lovely.

I simply adore this perfume from the very first time I discovered it at our relative's collection, when I was about 14. This was the first perfume I bought when I was 16, and from time to time I buy it again. It is sophisticated and not too complicated, yet vibrant to my taste. I love how it openes up and its base notes are like pearls on my skin. One of the all time favorites.

A very classic, clean and fresh flower perfume. It is never heavy and stays airy, very soft. Plays beautifully outdoors in a fresh cool air. Also - the sweet pea flower note holds some lovely memories - I was born in the summer and often got sweet pea flowers for my birthday. Such a wonderful and pleasant note. To me Premier Jour feels fresh, feminine and just beautiful.

simple, safe, natural smelling floral.i like that it's not sharp or cloying in any way.it smells like you're sitting in the middle of a flower garden.it is definitely a good quality perfume EDIT: i have a very old, almost empty bottle that has very good longevity and sillage compared to other perfumes in this category. i don't know how the current formulation performs

If you wanna smell clean, fresh,elegant,soft and neat you must have it .Especially in winter its AMAZING.When i first smelled it, i fell in love insistently and since then(2023) i started wearing it to uni,family gatherings,shopping,meetings...its almost empty now and I ordered another one. idc what everyone says, it's perfect and It's my signature scent .<3

Grazie alle perfette e precise recensioni, ancora una volta ho comprato un profumo senza averlo mai sentito...ed è buonissimo! dolce, cremoso, delicato proprio come piace a me! Più lo porto e più mi piace, è un profumo delicato e femminile, chiunque lo sente mi fa i complimenti, è piaciuto persino al mio amore che di solito non ama i profumi in generale!

It was the first gift I earned from my boyfriend, almost 8 years ago!! Premier jour is a nice floral scent, with a soft vannila base. It ́s non invasive, close to skin and easy to wear. Hugo Boss Femme reminds me this one, wich I prefer (and has better lasting power). Now, my bottle was finished and I hope replace it soon!!

I have a little journey with this one. Starting from totally hating it, then kinda accepting and liking it, now I think I start loving it. Difficult ,need to try it in the different weather. It is more of a spring summery perfume definitely. Elegant, clean and polish. More appropriate for day time. Perfect for work.

Great design, good fragrance. Smells lovely on me, mainly white flowers and just a pitch of sweetness. Once it smelled like snowdrops to me, but it turns out it's actually gardenia. And the sweetness is caused by the mixture of the orchid and sweet pea. Pretty daytime scent. Reminds me of Versace pour femme.

Premier Jour, the only Nina Ricci I love and use. Very pleasant scent for fall and winter but that is just my preference. This is nothing like L'air teh Temps. Premier Jour is refreshingly different from al Nina Ricci. Easy to wear, lasts well. It changes in time quite significant. A must try, I would say.

This fragrance is a sweet floral while at the same time being unique with no sharp edges. I can smell the almonds, gardenia, sweet pea and woodsy notes In equal measure. A safe fragrance that can be worn everyday to work and is perfect for all seasons. I hope to God this isn't discontinued please!!!

the drydown reminds very much like Acne Studios by Frederic Malle. this one is way way better and more wearable. I like it so much. I am gladly wearing it this summer. and people are asking as always. I am never after complimets as I always wear scents for myself but this one sparks curiosity...

Deeply sensual soft and creamy white citrus, white floral musk with a sophisticated sweet pea accent. Haunitng , simple, penetrating yet very feminine and intoxicating. Good for the office, running errands, sexy time, romantic dinners-all encompassing fragrance. Love, Love, Love.

Premier Jour is the epitome of tenderness and subtlety. When I think of classic femininity, I think of Premier Jour. It would be a good fit for a true lady of any age and suitable for any occasion. It's light and very uplifting. Indeed, like The First Day Of Your New Life.

My fave for 15 years, from school prom to wedding day. Had so many compliments, particularly from males when wearing it. Warm, romantic, comforting, soft, clean, seductive and oh so womanly. Empowering stuff, and excellent staying power. I just love it (can you tell?!)

To me it smells like a snowdrop flower and few other "springies" in a small bouquet. Too florally aromatic and feminine, but in quite mature way - of course, because my mother uses it. Nice and interesting bottle design. But it's not my type :)

Words cannot express how much I love this fragrance... Innocent High quality Airy Feminine Unique Neither synthetic nor generic Icy Floral Cold Musky Nostalgic If it projected a bit more it will absolutely break it to the top5 for life

Wore this many years back, and interestingly in winter -20. It was amazing how it zinged and behaved in cold weather. It was during my first love and I was no less than intoxicated by this. Such a special place in my heart.

Hmm, only now I learned, that it has vanilla's smell... :) Usually I dont like Vanilla's, but I liked this aroma much. For me it seems to be quite light and good for warm seasons, as for summer, for example.

This it has been my signature perfume for many years, but this last bottle it doesn't smell anything! I must put 5-6 sprays. It's a shame because it's a delightful fragance, i love it. No hi ha dret.

Wow! This perfume is just wonderful! Best of Nina Ricci! Others of NR seem to be even stinky compared to this one! My mom had it and I used to sneakily spray it on myself all the time :)))

Mmmm. So dreamy. I have a LOT of perfumes, but this one is quite possibly one of my faves. So clean, so soft, so creamy, and I LOVE that I can smell the sandalwood at the end......

I love this perfume. I can't put my finger on it, but it reminds me of something, like a happy memory or something. This is a great day-to-night fragrance. I am glad I ordered it!

this was my signature scent for a long time during my mid 20s and 30s. it is a happy, elegant and clean scent. used to get lots of compliments from strangers ( both men & women)

For me it is happiness in a bottle. Fresh and warm in the same time, it's perfect for spring! It's the first perfume I ever bought for myself and I use it only on happy moments

This is a beautiful fragrance in my opinion. It's sensual yet not ostentatious, it's warm and still somewhat fresh at the same time. An understated and classic beauty.

I really like this fragrance and I feel it's like a classic perfume. It doesn't last very well though unfortunately, so have to re-apply

It was beautiful perfume 20 years ago. Not just a pale shadow of the previous magnificence... Cruelly reformulated. So sorry...

This is one of my favorite fragrances. It's sweet but not invading and from my point of view it's extremely feminine.

Could't agree more with Ana_raio.. It's a very tender, angelic, creamy & pure feminine scent..

refind and yet happy, sexy but in a subtle way. i love it. one of my favorites.

it's a very feminine scent, so tender, suitable for all occasions. I love it.

it is very romantic and at the same time delicate and sexi.i love this scent

I loved it, i finished 3 full size bottles, and on my way to get the 4th!

The sexiest and most feminine perfume I've ever smelled and owned.

Although Premier Jour was launched in 2001, I have only recently tried it. On my skin, Premier Jour opens sharply but quickly transitions into a clean, sweet pea and musk scent. It’s refreshing but it also reminds me of a perfume that could easily be from the 1990s. They share no listed notes, but L'eau d'Issey by Issey Miyake reminds me of this perfume’s style. With a much more robust note breakdown and leaning aquatic, L'eau d'Issey is a fresh and clean perfume, with soft projection and good performance. It was a popular feminine scent for a reason, and it reminds me of this scent I’m wearing today It comes as no surprise that I really like Premier Jour for many of the reasons I liked L'eau d'issey in the 1990s; a clean, fresh, easy-to-wear, ultra feminine perfume. Sweet Pea is the star in this composition; it is linear and performs steady after the short, sharp and bright opening. Premier Jour will probably be snubbed by niche purists, but I love how it hugs you all day in a soft pretty musk. Premier Jour is a mainstream success—the easiest reach. I adore it and now I own it.