I was having a conversation with a Sales Associate that I always purchase from about the Bond No9 house and if they are truly a Niche house of simply a high end designer house. As we were going through the catalog, we started talking about West Side and how well blended the floral and vanilla notes are in this fragrance. After talking with her for about 30 minutes, she asked me to wait and came back with a bag. She said that this is for you and that she wanted me to enjoy it. Out of respect I did not open the bag until I got home. To my surprise there was a tester of Bond No9 West Side. I sent her a text message thanking her and her response was that she had never spoken to someone who is so passionate about fragrances in her over 20 year career. I know a majority of you are always looking for the cheapest price, but there is something to be said about building relationships with other people in the fragrance industry. Especially those that have been around for a while and have worked for various stores or fragrance houses. I am not saying to not try to get the best price available, but when you need to pay retail, always try to make a connection with the person selling you the fragrance. Many of them enjoy speaking to customers who are passionate and truly enjoy the world of fragrances! Now my dilemma is that this is the only bottle in my collection that does not have a cap! I guess I need to go hunting online to find a cap.

From the notes and accord this should be a fruit bomb but it isnt its aromatic, aquatic, sweet and woody with a back drop of tropical fruits Great projection and longevity 9/10 no date today