Black CurrantOpens with
Green LilyHeart
MuskDries down to
Laurent Le GuernecThe nose · 78 fragrances · also made Euphoria Amber Gold Men (2018)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Bond No 9 · Sold as unisex
New York Musk
The cozy corner of an upscale apartment where the scent of fresh flowers and warm spices blends with the subtle earthiness of a city evening, creating a sense of refined comfort.
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New York MuskLuxury · $250+
47%Similar accords, often for lessWoodissime · MuglerPremium tier, $100–250 · shares 4 of its 7 notes8 matches →How it wears
From community votes · bars are each option's shareComposition & Character
Notes Pyramid
TopOpening
HeartThe Soul
BaseFoundation
Main Accords
When to Wear
The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2012 by Bond No 9, New York Musk captures the essence of a modern city through its complex and layered composition. The fragrance opens with bright notes of black currant and grapefruit blossom, creating an initial burst of freshness that contrasts beautifully with the warm spiciness of nutmeg. As it settles, green lily and osmanthus introduce soft floral tones, while patchouli and musk anchor the scent in a rich, woody base. The earthy undertones of sandalwood and vetiver further underscore its grounded nature, making it a perfect representation of New York's sophisticated yet approachable spirit.
Apply two sprays to pulse points for a balanced experience. The fragrance's top notes will linger for about an hour before giving way to its heart and base notes, which continue to develop over time. This makes it ideal for daytime wear when you want a scent that evolves throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — New York Musk, Bond No 9
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Laurent Le Guernec
The master of floral notesLaurent Le Guernec is a Paris-born perfumer, born in January 1967 and raised partly in Grasse, who studied chemistry at the University of Paris before training at ISIPCA.
The New York Musk line
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 33%, disliked or hated by 28%.