Bond No. 9 2003 EDP

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Nouveau Bowery

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Bond No. 9 Nouveau Bowery is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2003. Bond No. 9's Nouveau Bowery carries an Acquired verdict, a fresh-led wear.

A truly polarising beast: some find it a sublime, tenacious lime-basil dream, others a 'cat pee' mud puddle. Definitely not a safe blind buy, but if it works for you, it *really* works.
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Nouveau Bowery 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:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport

Its strong projection and long-lasting citrus-herbaceous profile make it a bit much for formal or office settings, but it truly shines in casual and warm weather situations. Many reviewers highlight its suitability for summer days, making it ideal for casual outings or even active wear.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot

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

Nouveau Bowery opens with a sharp, zesty burst of lime and bergamot, incredibly bright and invigorating. This vibrant citrus quickly melds with an aromatic heart of fresh basil and a hint of green thyme. As it settles, a clean, earthy vetiver and oakmoss ground the composition, with a subtle violet and lily note adding a touch of unexpected floral softness beneath the dominant, tenacious lime and basil accord.

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