The Scent Of Peace by Bond No 9 bottle
Bond No 9

The Scent Of Peace

4.0/5 · 901 votes Feminine 2006
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Fragrance notes

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Character

Longevity3.0/5
Sillage2.8/5
Day100
Night15
Spring81
Summer75
Fall23
Winter14
Our take

The Scent of Peace opens with a bright, almost effervescent burst of grapefruit and black currant, a zingy citrus-fruity combo that feels like the first slice of morning light hitting a dew-damp garden. The grapefruit is sharp but not sour, the black currant adds a jammy sweetness that keeps things from veering into screechy territory. That initial freshness is the star here, because the heart transitions quickly into a soft, powdery lily-of-the-valley that feels more like a whisper than a statement. It’s clean and polite, a white floral that doesn’t push or demand attention. The dry down is a quiet blend of musk and Virginia cedar, slightly woody and warm but still veering toward the airy side of things.

Imagine a crisp white linen shirt left on a sunny windowsill for a few hours. That’s the overall character: fresh, a little sweet, and eventually a faint memory of itself. It feels more synthetic than natural, polished for the department store counter rather than the perfumer’s atelier, but that’s not a sin. This fragrance suits the person who wants to smell pleasant and unobtrusive on a spring afternoon, maybe a brunch or a garden party. It is not for anyone who expects their scent to last through a workday or announce their arrival from across the room. The longevity hovers around three hours, and the sillage stays close to the skin, which is a genuine weakness given the price tag. Wear it when you know you’ll be somewhere breezy and can reapply, and let the grapefruit carry the show while it lasts. 🍊

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