Bond No. 9 2003 EDP

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New York Fling

by Laurent Le Guernec

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Bond No. 9 New York Fling is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2003, created by Laurent Le Guernec. New York Fling opens with Clementine, Fruity Notes, Bergamot, and Cardamom, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Lily of the Valley, Peony, and Freesia, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Cedar, and Sandalwood. Bond No. 9's New York Fling carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

New York Fling is a divisive one. For some, it's a sparkling, clean, and uplifting floral dream for spring and summer. For others, it's a boring, almost masculine ginger-heavy scent that never quite comes together.
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  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Energetic
  • Feminine
  • Uplifting
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New York Fling Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate longevity and sillage, combined with its fresh and clean character, make it suitable for casual wear and even office environments where it won't overwhelm. While some find it too casual for formal events, its 'sparkling' nature works well for daytime activities and sport.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Opens with a lively burst of clementine, bergamot, and spicy ginger, underscored by a hint of cardamom, creating a bright and zesty initial impression. The heart blossoms with a bouquet of soft florals, primarily peony, jasmine, and lily of the valley, lending a clean, almost soapy freshness. As it settles, a gentle musk and warm amber emerge, grounded by cedar and an intriguing whisper of basil, adding a unique green edge to the drydown.

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