Madison Soiree Bond No 9 for women

It's rare for me to find a Bond no 9 fragrance which I positively dislike, but MADISON SOIREE falls into that category. The culprit is a strong, almost pungent, tallow-like note similar to the one that makes MPG SECRET MELANGE a disaster on my skin.

I've worn MADISON SOIREE a few times now (I have the purse spray), and I just cannot get past the je ne sais quoi note which really overwhelms the flowers here. I smell a dark, deep, almost dirty soapiness (sounds like an oxymoron, I know!) which has extraordinary longevity (for a niche creation...) but does not appeal to me at all. Désolée!

This fragrance went on, rather quietly, and then it just bloomed, very beautifully, into this lovely floral that was divine on me. It lasted about 3 hours, which is not great, but I enjoyed it very much in that time. I got it as a very reasonably priced sample. Would I spring for a big, expensive bottle? No, I would prefer to invest my money in some other scent that I may sample in the future.

Out of all the Bond No.9 scents I could have tried, this fragrance tempted me. This is the first and only Bond scent I've tried so far, so it was essential that Madison Soiree left me with a good first impression.

I must say that this is rather unique, the first tick of approval in my book. The scent itself though is very odd, something that took me a while to get accustomed to.

It's floral yet synthetic with a very prominent nail polish remover type smell. You'll find it hard to believe that this bold, alcoholic and plasticy scent actually appeals to me. I found it hard to believe myself.

Madison Soiree has such strange vibes, but I can't help admiring the overall composition.

The honeysuckle, jasmine and gardenia are certainly there, presented in a powdery-like form which is both soft and feminine. However the strong alcohol lingering in the background stops this fragrance from becoming too predictable.

Madison Soiree is not something that I can imagine myself wearing, however I would be delighted to smell it on someone that does it justice. As you would expect from a high-profile niche house, this fragrance does last. I recommend.

OOOH LA LA! THis is so feminine to me.
It has a unique soft scent. If this defines a soiree on Madison Avenue, then take me there! (or maybe to France,Roberte!

Madison Soiree is a light floral that seems more light it would have come from Clinique than Bond 9. It is perfectly pleasant and not too strong even immediately after application. When I think of Madison Ave., however, I would have expected a richer, deeper scent. The honeysuckle stands out and it is well-blended. It would go great at a garden party or wedding.