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New York Patchouli Eau de Parfum bottle New York Patchouli EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
U Gender F
2013 Year 2001
££££ Price Tier ££
Desire for a Woman Eau de Toilette bottle Desire for a Woman EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - New York Patchouli EDP
This one's a proper head-scratcher. Bond No. 9 New York Patchouli is definitely *not* what you expect from the name- it's a fresh, clean surprise that gets showered with compliments, but leaves patchouli enthusiasts wondering where the patchouli went. Love it or hate it, it certainly brings the conversation.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Desire for a Woman EDT
A harmonious blend of fruits, florals, and woods, making it a delightful choice for everyday wear or special outings.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
New York Patchouli EDP
Desire for a Woman EDT

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 37% vs 16%
Only in New York Patchouli
Litchi 35% Rose 28%
Only in Desire for a Woman
Apple 44% Orange Blossom 39%
Only in New York Patchouli
Patchouli 37% Lilac 37% Lily 26%
Only in Desire for a Woman
Rose 60% Teak 40%
Shared Notes
Musk 29% vs 21%
Sandalwood 20% vs 30%
Only in New York Patchouli
Cedar 32% Amber 18%
Only in Desire for a Woman
Vanilla 26% Patchouli 22%

Accords

New York Patchouli Desire for a Woman
100%
Woody
60%
54%
Fruity
80%
72%
Floral
70%
68%
Citrus
65%
Powdery
58%
Patchouli
58%
Musky
50%
58%
Fresh
55%
Rose
Spicy
40%
Woody shared
100%
60%
Fruity shared
54%
80%
Floral shared
72%
70%
68%
65%
58%
Musky shared
58%
50%
58%
55%
40%

Performance

New York Patchouli Desire for a Woman
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

New York Patchouli

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its clean, fresh, and versatile profile makes it ideal for office and casual wear, as it's not overpowering despite its longevity. While it can also work for dates and even some formal settings, its generally upbeat and less 'heavy' character prevents it from being a top pick for those occasions.

Desire for a Woman

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn
Also Works:
Spring Winter

The floral and fruity composition with hints of woody and spicy notes makes it suitable for cooler spring and fall, but it's adaptable to summer as well.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Versatile for day and evening wear, making it well-suited for casual outings or dates. Its moderate projection and intensity are appropriate for office use, avoiding overly strong presence.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
90%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, floral, musky

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

New York Patchouli EDP
Desire for a Woman EDT
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