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Bond No 9 · Sold as unisex
Success
The boardroom after closing a big deal — where the crisp aroma of success mixes with subtle fruity notes and warm vanilla, creating an atmosphere of achievement.
Full bottle: Luxury tier, typically $250+. Links open each seller's own page. We may earn a commission; it never changes the order.
SuccessLuxury · $250+
46%Similar accords, often for lessMidnight Poison · DiorPremium tier, $100–250 · shares 4 of its 6 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Success by Bond No 9 launched in 2013 as a tribute to the city of New York's vibrant energy and success. This Oriental Vanilla fragrance opens with an aromatic blend of cardamom and coriander, combined with fresh mandarin orange and lemon, creating a bright, uplifting top note. The heart of tuberose and rose adds a touch of sophistication, while plum brings a subtle fruity depth. The base notes of vanilla, amber, and patchouli create a warm, spicy finish that lingers on the skin.
Apply one to two sprays on pulse points. The citrus top notes are bright but fade within an hour, so reapply if you want to maintain that initial freshness. The base notes will linger longer, offering a warm, spicy finish throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — Success, Bond No 9
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The originalSuccessBond No 9 · Luxury · $250+Dior · 2007Midnight PoisonShares 4 of its 6 notes$100–250★ 4.22 (9,879)45%Match
Dior · 2010La Collection Couturier Parfumeur MitzahShares 5 of its 10 notes$100–250★ 4.43 (800)44%Match
Lattafa Perfumes · 2023SondosShares 4 of its 8 notesunder $40★ 3.95 (327)45%Match
ZaraFloralShares 5 of its 10 notesunder $40★ 3.91 (163)
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Adds soft spicy, caramel and powdery; shares cardamom and amber.
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What people
are saying.
Well loved by wearers: loved by 39%, disliked or hated by 16%.