Eau De Noho Bond No 9
Fragrance Story
Eau de Noho by Bond No 9 is a Floral fragrance for women and men. Eau de Noho was launched in 2003. The nose behind this fragrance is Francis Camail. Top notes are Lime (Linden) Blossom, Mandarin Orange, Green Notes and Water Notes; middle notes are Mimosa and Violet Leaf; base notes are Musk, Cashmere Wood, Amber and Oakmoss.
Composition Profile
About the Perfumer
Francis Camail
Francis Camail has composed fragrances for a range of brands including Agatha, Bond No 9, Calypso Christiane Celle, Courrèges, and Gale Hayman. His portfolio includes scents like Eau De Noho, Great Jones, and Little Italy for Bond No 9. He is known for creating versatile and accessible perfumes with a modern sensibility.
Fragrance Notes
Character Profile
The Innocent Archetype: Portrait of Eau De Noho Bond No 9
Essence
The Innocent seeks purity, simplicity, and joy in the present moment. Eau de Noho embodies this archetype with its luminous opening of lime blossom and mandarin, a gentle green breeze that feels like the first day of spring. The floral heart of mimosa and violet leaf is soft and unassuming, like a child's bouquet gathered from a sunlit garden. This is a scent that trusts the world, believing in fresh starts and uncomplicated happiness.
Style & Aesthetic
Their wardrobe favors clean lines, natural fabrics, and pastel hues. They gravitate toward linen shirts, cotton sundresses, and simple jewelry that catches the light. Their aesthetic is effortless, never overthought. They prefer spaces filled with fresh flowers and open windows, where the scent of rain on earth mingles with the fragrance of blooming linden trees.
Philosophy & Values
They believe in the goodness of people and the beauty of small pleasures. Honesty, kindness, and gratitude are their guiding principles. They see life as a garden to be tended, not a battle to be won. Their optimism is not naive but a conscious choice to focus on what is bright and hopeful, even when shadows fall.
Relationships
They are open-hearted and trusting, forming bonds with ease. Friends see them as a source of warmth and gentle encouragement. In romance, they seek a partner who shares their appreciation for quiet intimacy and genuine connection. They are loyal and forgiving, sometimes to a fault, believing that love, like a garden, thrives with patience and care.
Lifestyle
Their days are filled with simple rituals: morning tea on the balcony, a walk through the park, tending to houseplants. They prefer slow mornings and unhurried evenings. They find joy in cooking fresh meals, reading poetry, and listening to birdsong. Their home is a sanctuary of calm, with soft light, fresh flowers, and the scent of clean laundry.
Shadow
The Innocent's shadow is a tendency toward naivety and avoidance of complexity. They may ignore warning signs in relationships or fail to prepare for life's storms. Their desire for harmony can lead them to suppress their own needs or overlook injustice. The shadow whispers that if they just stay sweet and hopeful, everything will be fine, even when it is not.
Conclusion
Eau de Noho is the scent of a soul who chooses to see the world through a lens of wonder and trust. It is a fragrance for those who believe that the first bloom of spring holds all the promise they need. To wear it is to carry a garden of innocence within, a reminder that joy is found not in grand achievements but in the simple, fragrant moments of being alive.