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Bond No 9 · Sold as unisex
Eau de New York
The bustling streets of New York City — where the bright aromas of street vendors mix with the fresh air, creating a dynamic and invigorating atmosphere.
Full bottle: Luxury tier, typically $250+. Links open each seller's own page. We may earn a commission; it never changes the order.
Eau de New YorkLuxury · $250+
52%Similar accords, often for lessEau du Sud · GoutalPremium tier, $100–250 · shares 6 of its 11 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Eau de New York by Bond No 9 was launched in 2004, and it captures the essence of the city's vibrant energy through its innovative scent. Perfumer Vera Vanore crafted this unisex fragrance with a citrus-aromatic opening that transitions into a fresh spicy heart, before settling into a woody base. The composition opens with petitgrain, bergamot, and grapefruit, which create a bright and invigorating start. This freshness is complemented by green notes and watery accords, capturing the crispness of a city morning. As it evolves, neroli, lemon verbena, and basil add a touch of aromatic complexity, while jasmine, gardenia, and lily bring a soft floral warmth. The base notes of oakmoss, vetiver, musk, and white wood provide grounding earthiness and longevity.
Apply this fragrance in light sprays to allow its layers to unfold naturally. The citrus opening is vibrant but transient, so it's best suited for daytime wear when you want that initial burst of freshness. The woody base notes will provide lasting comfort throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — Eau de New York, Bond No 9
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Vera Vanore
Vera Vanore, based in the Clifton, New Jersey area, has been a senior perfumer for over twenty-five years and a member of the American Society of Perfumers for the same span, creating fragrances for both fine fragrance and personal care products.
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 39%, disliked or hated by 20%.