New York Nights
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2017 | Year | 2023 |
| £££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Z7
Zakat Z7 and Bond No. 9 New York Nights are extremely similar, with Z7 being a high-quality dupe. The main difference lies in the opening: New York Nights dives straight into a gourmand explosion that some find challenging, while Z7 has a creamy white floral opening with gardenia and carnation, offering a smoother transition to the caramel and coffee base. The dry downs are almost identical. If you love the idea of New York Nights but find it too brash, Z7 is a more refined and less polarizing option.
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want the unapologetic boldness of the original.
- You enjoy challenging and unique gourmand fragrances.
- You prefer a fragrance that makes a strong statement.
- You want a smoother, more wearable New York Nights.
- The opening notes of New York Nights are off-putting.
- You want a higher-quality fragrance at a better price.
- You prefer creamy white florals with gourmand drydown.
Bond No. 9 New York Nights is a confusing beast - a divisive gourmand that throws everything but the kitchen sink at you. You'll either get creamy banana bread dreams or nail polish remover. Not for the faint-hearted or those seeking linear perfection, but undoubtedly unique.
A faithful New York Nights interpretation centred on the same caramel and coffee gourmand close, with gardenia and carnation florals giving the opening a creamy white-floral lift before the sweet base takes over.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 42% | 37% |
| Fruity | 3% | 2% |
| Green | 4% | 3% |
| Sweet | 23% | 27% |
| Warm | 7% | 7% |
| Woody | 13% | 14% |
| Earthy | 18% | 16% |
| Animalic | 4% | 9% |
| Fresh | 10% | 9% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
With significant sweetness and prominent caramel and coffee accords, this leans away from formal or office settings. Its strong sillage and 'date night' mentions in reviews highlight its suitability for intimate evening wear and casual outings, though some find it versatile enough for year-round wear.
Seasons
The caramel-coffee gourmand base reads best in cool weather; summer heat amplifies the sweetness in a way that becomes cloying for most wearers, while autumn and winter let the cozy gourmand close shine.
Occasions
The sweet gourmand profile reads as a date and dinner pick rather than a daytime office spray; warm caramel-coffee close and creamy florals fit casual evening wear naturally.
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