Bond No. 9 2015 EDP

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Bond No. 9 B9 is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015. B9 opens with Citrus and Saffron, settles into a heart of Oud, Jasmine, Gardenia, and Orchid, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Sandalwood, and Vetiver. Bond No. 9's B9 carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it. Some reckon it's a 'nuclear white floral bomb' perfect for warm climes, while others find it turns rancid or overwhelming, especially on their skin. Definitely one to test before buying a full bottle.
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B9 Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its 'nuclear' strength and beastly sillage, B9 is probably a bit much for most offices, though some wear it. It's much better suited for dates and evenings out where its bold, sensual character can shine. It's a bit too rich for casual daily wear or anything sporty.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

B9 opens with a burst of crisp white florals- jasmine, gardenia, and orchid- intertwined with a bright citrus lift and a hint of intriguing saffron spice. As it settles, a prominent musk emerges, creating a soft, powdery, almost lactonic warmth. The base brings in earthy vetiver and oakmoss, grounding the floral sweetness with a sophisticated, slightly animalic depth that lingers beautifully.

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