Bond No. 9 2018 Edp

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Governors Island

Bond No. 9 Governors Island is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018. Governors Island opens with Resin and Incense, settles into a heart of Cedar and Ambroxan, and dries down to a base of Vetiver and Musk. Bond No. 9's Governors Island carries a Favourite verdict, a amber-led wear.

This one's a proper chameleon. Some love its 'your skin but better' vibe; others can barely smell a thing, or worse, pick up something truly odd. Perfect for those who want a subtle, intriguing scent that plays peek-a-boo all day.
  • Subtle
  • Mysterious
  • Clean
  • Modern
  • Warm
Governors Island Eau de Parfum bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0%
Floral 2%
Fruity 0%
Green 3%
Sweet 9%
Warm 17%
Woody 31%
Earthy 17%
Animalic 24%
Fresh 18%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Amber
100%
Musky
67%
Woody
65%
Balsamic
52%
Smoky
51%

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its "skin scent" nature and soft projection make it ideal for office and casual wear, where subtlety is key. While some find it alluring for dates, its elusive performance might not suit every formal situation, and it's definitely not a sport scent.

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About

Governors Island opens with a smoky hit of incense and resin, quickly softening into a warm, inviting heart of clean ambroxan and dry cedar. The base settles into a tranquil hum of musky vetiver, creating an almost ethereal, skin-like aroma that's both comforting and quietly magnetic. It’s a beautifully blended woody-amber that manages to feel both light and deeply rooted.