Question 1

What's the difference between Colony and L'Air du Temps?

Accepted Answer

Colony is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Jean Patou (1938) dominated by Woody accords. L'Air du Temps is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Nina Ricci (1948) leaning on Warm Spicy accords. They share 2 accords: Woody, Aromatic.

Question 2

Which is better, Colony or L'Air du Temps?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Colony scores 4.38/5 vs L'Air du Temps at 3.71/5. L'Air du Temps's standout strength: Classic, iconic fragrance with timeless appeal. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Colony and L'Air du Temps smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 5 notes and 2 accords, including Woody, Aromatic, Ylang Ylang, Carnation, Vetiver. L'Air du Temps: L'Air du Temps è visto positivamente dalla comunità di r/fragrance come un profumo classico degno di riacquisto e di mantenimento a lungo termine nella collezione.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Colony or L'Air du Temps?

Accepted Answer

Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Colony vs L'Air du Temps?

Accepted Answer

Colony scores highest for spring wear; L'Air du Temps scores highest for spring wear. Colony leans daytime, L'Air du Temps leans daytime.

Colony vs L'Air du Temps

Riepilogo del confronto

Note in comune (5)

Esclusive di Colony (4)

Esclusive di L'Air du Temps (19)

Accordi in comune (2)

Domande frequenti

Polso del sentimento della comunità — L'Air du Temps

Positivo

Negativo

Attributo	Colony	L'Air du Temps
Marchio	Jean Patou	Nina Ricci
Anno	1938	1948
Valutazione	4.38	3.71
Concentrazione	—	—
Genere	feminine	feminine
Note totali	9	26