Lafayette Street by Bond No. 9
Brand: Bond No. 9
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Lafayette Street pairs bright, contemporary freshness with the refined depth expected from a Bond No. 9 creation. Its airy florals and fruity opening settle into a smooth, sweetly textured foundation of woods, vanilla, tonka, and ambergris, making it versatile yet distinctly luxurious.
Is Lafayette Street worth it?
How it smells: Opens with bergamot, apple and coriander, jasmine and magnolia at the heart, then dries down to ambergris and cedarwood.
Scent Score: 87/100 (Great). Lives up to the hype. People talk about it, and it delivers. Performance 89, reputation 74, versatility 93, layerability 97 and value 74, each out of 100.
Buyers say it lasts long, gets compliments and is worth the price. Hardly any complaints. Buyers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 30 FragranceNet reviews.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2016 · Unisex
Key accords: Bergamot, Apple, Coriander, Jasmine, Magnolia, Lily of the Valley
Top Notes
- Bergamot
- Apple
- Coriander
Heart Notes
- Jasmine
- Magnolia
- Lily of the Valley
Base Notes
- Ambergris
- Cedarwood
- Sandalwood
- Tonka Bean
- Vanilla
- Musk
Occasions: Office, Evening, Casual, Date, Special Occasion
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Lafayette Street by Bond No. 9 belongs to the woody fragrance family. A polished blend of crisp apple and bergamot, luminous white florals, and a warm, creamy base of woods, vanilla, tonka, and ambergris. Lafayette Street opens with Bergamot, Apple, and Coriander. The heart brings Jasmine, Magnolia, and Lily of the Valley. It dries down to Ambergris, Cedarwood, Sandalwood, Tonka Bean, Vanilla, and Musk.
How to wear Lafayette Street
On skin, Lafayette Street by Bond No. 9 has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, fall, and winter. Reach for it for office, evening, casual, date, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Miss Dior by Dior. Apply Lafayette Street first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Lafayette Street : 2 sprays Miss Dior and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Lafayette Street opens with Bergamot, Apple, and Coriander.
The heart brings Jasmine, Magnolia, and Lily of the Valley.
It dries down to Ambergris, Cedarwood, Sandalwood, Tonka Bean, Vanilla, and Musk.
What to layer with Lafayette Street
Miss Dior by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share lily of the valley, sandalwood, and tonka bean.
Order: Apply Lafayette Street first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Lafayette Street : 2 sprays Miss Dior
Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, jasmine, and musk.
Order: Apply Lafayette Street first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Lafayette Street : 2 sprays Flowerbomb
Magnolia Nobile by Acqua di Parma
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, magnolia, and lily of the valley.
Order: Apply Lafayette Street first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Magnolia Nobile on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Lafayette Street : 2 sprays Magnolia Nobile
Carnal Flower by Frédéric Malle
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and jasmine.
Order: Apply Lafayette Street first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Carnal Flower on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Lafayette Street : 2 sprays Carnal Flower
Amber Oud Gold Edition by Al Haramain
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, vanilla, and musk.
Order: Apply Lafayette Street first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Amber Oud Gold Edition on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Lafayette Street : 2 sprays Amber Oud Gold Edition
Pairings to approach with care
Seoul Winter by Zara
Not Recommended · 33/99
Lafayette Street has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Seoul Winter brings a citrus contrast to this woody scent, and they share apple.
Order: Apply Lafayette Street first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Seoul Winter on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Lafayette Street : 2 sprays Seoul Winter
Privé Orange Méditerranée by Armani
Not Recommended · 33/99
Lafayette Street has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Privé Orange Méditerranée brings a citrus contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Lafayette Street first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Privé Orange Méditerranée on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Lafayette Street : 2 sprays Privé Orange Méditerranée
Related fragrances and why
- Miss Dior by Dior — Both include lily of the valley, sandalwood, and tonka bean.
- Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf — Both include bergamot, jasmine, and musk.
- Magnolia Nobile by Acqua di ParmaBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Both include bergamot, magnolia, and lily of the valley.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Lafayette Street?
Lafayette Street opens with Bergamot, Apple, and Coriander. The heart brings Jasmine, Magnolia, and Lily of the Valley. It dries down to Ambergris, Cedarwood, Sandalwood, Tonka Bean, Vanilla, and Musk.
How long does Lafayette Street last, and how strong is it?
Lafayette Street by Bond No. 9 has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Lafayette Street?
It's best in spring, fall, and winter. It suits office, evening, casual, date, and special occasion.
What layers well with Lafayette Street?
Miss Dior by Dior is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share lily of the valley, sandalwood, and tonka bean. Apply Lafayette Street first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Lafayette Street : 2 sprays Miss Dior.
Reviewed alternatives
- Game of Spades Wildcard by Jo Milano Paris — Both share a jasmine and cedarwood heart over an ambergris and musk base, giving the same smooth, ambery-woody skin scent.
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Layering guide
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