WS-BN9-2005

Chinatown

2005unisex

white floral up front, then woody, settling into warm spicy.

Chinatown by Bond No 9 is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women and men. Chinatown was launched in 2005. The nose behind this fragrance is Aurélien Guichard. Top notes are Peach Blossom and Bergamot; middle notes are Tuberose, Gardenia, Orange Blossom and Peony; base notes are Cardamom, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Guaiac…

white floral woody warm spicy floral

Nose: Aurélien Guichard

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Peach Blossom, Bergamot
Heart· 2–4h
Tuberose, Gardenia, Orange Blossom, Peony
Drydown· 6h+
Cardamom, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Guaiac Wood, Patchouli, Virginia Cedar

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

89%

77%

69%

54%

46%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachArm's length

Fall33%Winter30%Spring26%Summer12%Day56%Night44%Wears female48%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Chinatown smell like?

white floral up front, then woody, settling into warm spicy. Dominant accords: white floral, woody, warm spicy.

What notes are in Chinatown?

Top: Peach Blossom, Bergamot. Heart: Tuberose, Gardenia, Orange Blossom, Peony. Base: Cardamom, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Guaiac Wood, Patchouli, Virginia Cedar.

How long does Chinatown last?

Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Chinatown loud?

Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.

What season is Chinatown best for?

Fall is the top pick (33%). Winter is second at 30%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Chinatown?

Day wear leads at 56%. Night is a secondary pick at 44%.

Is Chinatown for men or women?

Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 48% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Chinatown?

Composed by Aurélien Guichard. Released in 2005.