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Tonka 25 Eau de Parfum bottle Tonka 25 EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2018 Year 2009
££££ Price Tier ££££
Bond No. 9 Perfume Eau de Parfum bottle Bond No. 9 Perfume EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Tonka 25 EDP
This one's proper divisive, isn't it? If you fancy a musky, woody tonka that can swing from 'gorgeous' to 'sweaty feet' depending on your skin, then dive in. Otherwise, maybe swerve it.
Statement
Our Verdict - Bond No. 9 Perfume EDP
This one's a divisive affair for your nose, a love-it-or-hate-it kind of scent. Many report a 'screechy' synthetic quality and a strong resemblance to Davidoff Cool Water, while others find it a sophisticated, long-lasting rose oud.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Tonka 25 EDP
Bond No. 9 Perfume EDP

Notes

Only in Bond No. 9 Perfume
Rose 53% Oud 47%
Only in Bond No. 9 Perfume
Musk 100%

Accords

Tonka 25 Bond No. 9 Perfume
100%
Woody
99%
Musky
100%
98%
Vanilla
56%
97%
Amber
48%
Rose
88%
86%
Powdery
65%
Oud
82%
77%
Sweet
52%
52%
Aromatic
52%
Balsamic
51%
Citrus
Floral
47%
100%
Musky shared
99%
100%
Vanilla shared
98%
56%
Amber shared
97%
48%
88%
Powdery shared
86%
65%
Oud
82%
Sweet shared
77%
52%
52%
52%
51%
47%

Performance

Tonka 25 Bond No. 9 Perfume
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Tonka 25

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its musky, woody character and moderate-to-strong sillage make it a bit much for the office if oversprayed. It truly shines on a date or for cooler weather casual wear, offering intimacy and intrigue without being overly formal. It's definitely not one for the gym.

Bond No. 9 Perfume

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Given its strong projection and divisive nature, it might be too overwhelming for a conservative office setting. However, its perceived sophistication and longevity make it suitable for casual wear or an evening date. The clean, musky character could work for some formal events, though its synthetic edge might put others off.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
85%
Key Similarities

Both lean musky, vanilla, amber

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Tonka 25 EDP
Bond No. 9 Perfume EDP
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