Is Maison Alhambra Luxe Bold a dupe of Bond No. 9 New York Musk?
New York Musk EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2012 | Year | 2025 |
| £££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Luxe Bold EDP
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- New York Musk
- Luxe Bold
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
New York Musk is a divisive masterpiece of musk and wood, striking some as a sophisticated, alluring skin scent, while others recoil from its animalic nature. It's a love-it-or-hate-it scent for those who dare to venture into bold musky territory.
Blackcurrant and grapefruit blossom over lily, osmanthus and nutmeg, with musk, sandalwood, vetiver and patchouli below. A fresh, woody-fruity musk with a slightly unusual character.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Blackcurrant
57%
vs
54%
Grapefruit Blossom
42%
vs
45%
Lily
35%
vs
43%
Musk
33%
vs
33%
Nutmeg
33%
vs
27%
Osmanthus
31%
vs
29%
Patchouli
24%
vs
21%
Sandalwood
24%
vs
23%
Vetiver
17%
vs
21%
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A year-round scent - easy to wear in any season.
Occasions
The strong, musky character, which can be perceived as animalic by some, makes it less ideal for a formal office setting. However, its bold and sensual nature, coupled with decent longevity for some, makes it a compelling choice for dates and evenings out.
Seasons
Blackcurrant and lily make spring its best fit, autumn matches the woods, and summer works with a light hand.
Occasions
Fresh, clean and easy, it suits casual wear, the gym and the office. It lacks the depth for formal events or a romantic night.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Every one of its 9 notes is in the original, including Patchouli, Vetiver, Nutmeg
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
Where to buy
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