Bond No. 9 2017 EDP

U £££££ Acquired

Dubai Gold

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Bond No. 9 Dubai Gold is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017. Dubai Gold opens with Brandy, Bitter Orange, and Saffron, settles into a heart of Cedar, Guaiac Wood, and Ginger, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Sandalwood, and Patchouli. Bond No. 9's Dubai Gold carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

This is a grown-up fragrance, commanding attention with its unique, boozy-woody character. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, but if you're after something bold and luxurious, Dubai Gold delivers, especially if you can snag it at a decent price.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Confident
  • Sophisticated
  • Woody
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Dubai Gold 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:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong projection and rich, boozy-wood notes, Dubai Gold isn't for the office or casual daytime wear. It shines on dates and formal evenings, where its luxurious character and lasting presence can truly be appreciated.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Bitter Orange
  • 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

Dubai Gold kicks off with a spirited, boozy splash of brandy and a hint of bitter orange, quickly met by the exotic intrigue of saffron. As it settles, a rich, dry woodiness emerges, led by guaiac wood and cedar, layered with a whisper of ginger. The base mellows into a creamy blend of sandalwood, patchouli, and warm amber, cushioned by a soft, alluring musk, creating an opulent and long-lasting scent trail.

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