Hendley Perfumes Bad City
Hendley Perfumes

Bad City

LeatherSpicyMuskyAromaticGreen

Bad City by Hendley Perfumesis a Amber fragrance for women and men. Bad City was launched in 2019. The nose behind this fragrance is Hans Hendley.

Notes

Top notes
First 0–15 minutes
Heart notes
15 minutes – 2 hours
Base notes
2+ hours, dry-down

Fragrance profile

Estimated from note profile
Longevity8+ hrs
Sillage (projection)Strong

When to wear Bad City

Best seasons
🌸Spring☀️Summer🍂Autumn❄️Winter
Best occasions
Daily wearEveningFormal

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Common questions about Bad City

What does Hendley Perfumes Bad City smell like?+

Hendley Perfumes Bad City is a leather, spicy, and musky fragrance. The opening is fresh spicy. the heart settles on warm spicy, metallic, and aromatic. the dry-down rests on leather, animalic, and tobacco.

How long does Hendley Perfumes Bad City last on skin?+

Hendley Perfumes Bad City is estimated to last 8+ hrs on skin (a 5/5 longevity score). This is derived from the base-note composition — heavier base families like oriental, woody, and leather extend wear, while citrus-led blends tend to fade faster.

How strong is the projection of Hendley Perfumes Bad City?+

Hendley Perfumes Bad City projects at a strong level (4/5 sillage). Expect it to fill a room and announce itself before you arrive.

When should I wear Hendley Perfumes Bad City?+

Hendley Perfumes Bad City is best worn during spring, summer, autumn, and winter. The note profile makes it well suited to daily wear, evening, and formal. ScentCast pairs it with live weather and your calendar so you only reach for it on the right days.

Do I need to reapply Hendley Perfumes Bad City during the day?+

Based on the note structure, a single morning application usually carries through the full day. Heat and humidity will shorten longevity; cooler weather and moisturised skin will extend it.

Is Hendley Perfumes Bad City worth adding to a fragrance collection?+

Hendley Perfumes Bad City fits collectors looking for leather, spicy, and musky signature. ScentCast members can add Hendley Perfumes Bad City to their collection and the app will surface it on the days the weather, occasion, and personal taste align — turning a single bottle into an informed rotation pick rather than a guess.

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