Bond No. 9 2018 EDP

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Spring Fling

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Bond No. 9 Spring Fling is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018. Spring Fling opens with Passion Flower, Fruity Notes, and Lily of the Valley, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Freesia, and Honeysuckle, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, and Teak. Bond No. 9's Spring Fling carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

This one's a bit of a wildcard. Some rave about its fresh, uplifting floral character, perfect for spring days. Others find it surprisingly masculine, even 'pencil shavings' woody, and not a safe blind buy for lovers of overtly feminine scents. Divisive, then.
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  • Fresh
  • Elegant
  • Modern
  • Clean
  • Sophisticated
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Spring Fling 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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate performance and fresh, clean profile make it suitable for daytime wear and casual outings. While some find it 'hoity-toity' for office, its elegance can work for a refined professional setting. The perceived masculinity by some users might make it less universally appealing for formal feminine events.

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

  • 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

Imagine the very first warm breeze of spring, carrying the scent of blooming passion flowers and delicate lily of the valley. This bright opening soon settles into a heart of lush jasmine, sweet freesia, and honeyed honeysuckle, evoking a vibrant garden in full bloom. The dry down introduces a sophisticated grounding of musk, warm amber, and subtle teak wood, adding depth and a touch of unexpected intrigue to the fresh florals.

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