Slippery Path For Men
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| M | Gender | U |
| 2003 | Year | 2003 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Riverside Drive
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A budget take on Bond No.9's Riverside Drive. Slippery Path captures the fresh pineapple-and-basil opening over a green-woody base of oakmoss, sandalwood and patchouli that defines the original, but Perfume Parlour's version reads a touch sharper and flatter, missing some of the refined, gentlemanly polish of the niche original.
Riverside Drive is a wildly divisive scent - some hail it as a unique, refined take on a fresh fougere, while others find its strong herbal notes jarring. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, particularly for those unaccustomed to prominent basil and oakmoss alongside fruit.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 1% |
| Floral | 6% | 11% |
| Fruity | 11% | 13% |
| Green | 15% | 22% |
| Sweet | 13% | 13% |
| Warm | 2% | 3% |
| Woody | 39% | 27% |
| Earthy | 31% | 26% |
| Animalic | 0% | 0% |
| Fresh | 10% | 14% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The fresh pineapple-and-basil lift over a green-woody base feels crisp and refined, best across spring and autumn with enough freshness for mild summer.
Occasions
Its polished, gentlemanly character is a natural office and daily companion, smart enough for formal wear.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
The fresh, clean, and herbal profile makes it suitable for office and casual wear, with reviews highlighting its versatility and 'gentlemanly' feel. While some find it light enough for summer, strong herbal notes and a tendency for it to last a long time could be too much for formal or active settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Aromatic, Fruity accords and Patchouli, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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