Harrods Swarovski Limited

Harrods Swarovski Limited Edition by Bond No. 9

Released in 2009 and crafted by perfumer Laurent Le Guernec, Bond No. 9 Harrods Swarovski Limited Edition was a special holiday release for the British luxury department store. The fragrance is centered around oud (agarwood), spiced with cumin, black pepper, and myrrh, with vetiver and amber providing the smoky base. Its star-shaped flacon decorated with Swarovski crystals made it as visually striking as its scent profile.

This limited edition is no longer in regular production. Authentic bottles command premium prices when available on resale markets. Our interpretation references the original 2009 formulation as a long-lasting Eau de Parfum, made in the EU.

Bottle size: 50ml · Concentration: Eau de Parfum (up to 40% perfume oil) · Made in EU

How It Smells

The opening is immediately dark and distinctive with cumin and black pepper that create an unconventional, slightly animalic introduction. There is no shy citrus or floral here. The fragrance walks in on quiet feet.

The heart is built around agarwood (oud), warm and refined, joined by myrrh and amber that add resinous depth. The dry-down lingers on vetiver, smoky woods, and quiet warmth. A base that wears on skin for hours with sophisticated, slightly mysterious depth. Oud presented as the star, framed by classic Western perfumery technique.

Notes

Top: Cumin, Black Pepper
Heart: Agarwood (Oud), Myrrh, Amber
Base: Vetiver, Smoky Woods, Musk

The Limited Edition Story

Bond No. 9 Harrods Swarovski was a 2009 holiday release, presented in a star-shaped flacon adorned with Swarovski crystals. The composition, by perfumer Laurent Le Guernec, was designed as a luxurious oud-centered fragrance that brought Middle Eastern olfactive traditions into Western niche perfumery. Reviewers praised it as one of the more sophisticated oud compositions in the Bond No. 9 catalog.

How Our Version Compares

Our interpretation captures the cumin-pepper opening, agarwood-myrrh heart, and smoky vetiver-amber base that defines Harrods Swarovski. Built as a long-lasting Eau de Parfum at up to 40% concentration, typically 8 to 10 hours on skin, longer on fabric.

Common Questions

Is Harrods Swarovski Limited Edition still available?

It was released as a limited holiday edition in 2009 and is no longer in regular production. Authentic bottles trade at premium prices on resale markets when available.

What does the cumin note smell like?

Cumin in perfumery is warm, slightly animalic, with that distinctive spicy character. In Harrods Swarovski it adds an unconventional opening that signals the oud and resins to come.

Is this fragrance unisex?

Yes. The oud-myrrh-vetiver composition is genuinely unisex, in keeping with traditional Middle Eastern fragrance heritage.

How long does this fragrance last on the skin?

Typically 8 to 10 hours on skin, longer on clothing. Oud-based fragrances famously cling to fabric.

Comparative Advertising Disclaimer: This product is inspired by and compared to Bond No. 9’s Harrods Swarovski Limited Edition, but is not identical and is not affiliated with Bond No. 9 or Harrods. All trademarks belong to their respective owners. Product names are used for reference only.