Chinatown by Bond No. 9
Brand: Bond No. 9
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Bond No. 9 Chinatown is a decadent floral oriental that combines an abundance of creamy white blossoms with sparkling fruit and aromatic cardamom. Its rich vanilla, amber, musk, and sandalwood drydown gives the composition a polished, sensual presence suited to dressed-up occasions.
Is Chinatown worth it?
How it smells: Opens with peach, bergamot and cardamom, peony and tuberose at the heart, then dries down to vanilla and sandalwood.
Scent Score: 78/100 (Great). Lives up to the hype. People talk about it, and it delivers. Performance 69, reputation 86, versatility 81, layerability 100 and value 54, each out of 100.
Buyers say it smells sexy, lasts long and gets compliments. Buyers rate it 4.0 out of 5 across 32 FragranceNet reviews.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2005 · Women
Key accords: Peach, Bergamot, Cardamom, Peony, Tuberose, Gardenia
Top Notes
- Peach
- Bergamot
- Cardamom
Heart Notes
- Peony
- Tuberose
- Gardenia
- Jasmine
- Lily
Base Notes
- Vanilla
- Sandalwood
- Patchouli
- Amber
- Musk
- Guaiac Wood
Occasions: Evening, Date, Special Occasion
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Chinatown by Bond No. 9 belongs to the oriental fragrance family. A lush, opulent bouquet of white flowers and peony is softened by juicy peach and warm spices, settling into a creamy, ambery vanilla-wood base. Chinatown opens with Peach, Bergamot, and Cardamom. The heart brings Peony, Tuberose, Gardenia, Jasmine, and Lily. It dries down to Vanilla, Sandalwood, Patchouli, Amber, Musk, and Guaiac Wood.
How to wear Chinatown
On skin, Chinatown by Bond No. 9 has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, fall, and winter. Reach for it for evening, date, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Bleu de Chanel by Chanel. Apply Chinatown first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Chinatown : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Chinatown opens with Peach, Bergamot, and Cardamom.
The heart brings Peony, Tuberose, Gardenia, Jasmine, and Lily.
It dries down to Vanilla, Sandalwood, Patchouli, Amber, Musk, and Guaiac Wood.
What to layer with Chinatown
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, sandalwood, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Chinatown first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Chinatown : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel
Oud Wood by Tom Ford
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share cardamom, vanilla, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Chinatown first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Wood on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Chinatown : 2 sprays Oud Wood
Miss Dior by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share peach, peony, and vanilla.
Order: Apply Chinatown first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Chinatown : 2 sprays Miss Dior
Good Girl by Carolina Herrera
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, tuberose, and vanilla.
Order: Apply Chinatown first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Good Girl on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Chinatown : 2 sprays Good Girl
Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, jasmine, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Chinatown first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Chinatown : 2 sprays Flowerbomb
Pairings to approach with care
Privé Thé Yulong by Armani
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 30/99
Chinatown has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Privé Thé Yulong brings an aromatic contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Chinatown first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Privé Thé Yulong on top for aromatic lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Chinatown : 2 sprays Privé Thé Yulong
Arancia Rossa by Laboratorio Olfattivo
Not Recommended · 30/99
Chinatown has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Arancia Rossa brings a citrus contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Chinatown first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Arancia Rossa on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Chinatown : 2 sprays Arancia Rossa
Related fragrances and why
- Bleu de Chanel by ChanelTrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include jasmine, sandalwood, and patchouli.
- Oud Wood by Tom Ford — Both include cardamom, vanilla, and sandalwood.
- Miss Dior by Dior — Both include peach, peony, and vanilla.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Chinatown?
Chinatown opens with Peach, Bergamot, and Cardamom. The heart brings Peony, Tuberose, Gardenia, Jasmine, and Lily. It dries down to Vanilla, Sandalwood, Patchouli, Amber, Musk, and Guaiac Wood.
How long does Chinatown last, and how strong is it?
Chinatown by Bond No. 9 has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Chinatown?
It's best in spring, fall, and winter. It suits evening, date, and special occasion.
What layers well with Chinatown?
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, sandalwood, and patchouli. Apply Chinatown first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Chinatown : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel.
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