Chez Bond
| Edp | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2003 | Year | 2023 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Waterways Spell
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Bond No. 9 has bottled a classy, confident green scent. Often compared to Creed's Green Irish Tweed, it stands on its own as a versatile crowd-pleaser, delivering freshness with a refined edge.
A divisive take on green freshness. Some find it a watery, boring, overpriced affair that vaguely smells of an old tea shop, whilst others enjoy its unique salty, aquatic and aromatic nuances. You'll need to try it for yourself to see if you get the magic from the waterways, or a musty old handbag.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 12% | 20% |
| Floral | 1% | 4% |
| Fruity | 1% | 2% |
| Green | 44% | 41% |
| Sweet | 5% | 2% |
| Warm | 0% | 2% |
| Woody | 23% | 9% |
| Earthy | 9% | 17% |
| Animalic | 0% | 0% |
| Fresh | 29% | 30% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its clean, fresh, and green profile makes it highly versatile for office and casual wear, drawing compliments without being overpowering. While elegant enough for formal events, its fresh nature might be less suited for very strict formal settings. Good longevity and moderate sillage ensure it works well across most occasions.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh, green, and subtle nature with weak projection means it's suitable for office wear, but less so for occasions where you want to make a bigger statement like dates or formal events. The clean and aquatic notes make it a decent pick for casual or sport settings, though its price point might make you hesitate.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Green, Fresh, Citrus accords and Green, Cedar notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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