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Bond No 9 · Sold as unisex
B9
A late-night walk through the city, where the glow of streetlights casts a warm, intimate light on the bustling streets and quiet alleyways.
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B9Luxury · $250+
52%Similar accords, often for lessLail Maleki · Lattafa PerfumesBudget tier, under $40 · shares 6 of its 11 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2015 by Bond No 9, B9 is a fragrance that embodies the city's dynamic energy and its quieter, more intimate moments. The composition opens with white florals and musk, creating an immediate sense of warmth and sophistication. This delicate balance leads to a heart of powdery spices and amber, while the base introduces subtle metallic and animalic notes that add depth and complexity. B9 is neither loud nor understated — it's a nuanced reflection of New York’s many facets.
Apply B9 to pulse points for a more intimate experience. The metallic notes take time to bloom, so give it about an hour before fully appreciating its depth. This fragrance is best in cooler temperatures where its warmth can be felt without overpowering.
Fig. 01 — B9, Bond No 9
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Michel Almairac
The master of empiresMichel Almairac is a master perfumer at Robertet whose career spans over forty years and includes some of the most commercially successful fragrances ever created.
“I was always surrounded by scents and smells which is part of life in that city, natural ones from the crops of flowers growing in the fields, and industrial ones as well, from the perfume factories.”
Michel Almairac · Olfactif interview
The B9 line
2 fragrances, compared side by side
Designer Bond No 9
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What people
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 38%, disliked or hated by 22%.