Bond No. 9 2003 EDP

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So New York

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Bond No. 9 So New York is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2003. So New York opens with Plum, settles into a heart of Coffee, and dries down to a base of Cacao Pod and Powdery. Bond No. 9's So New York carries a Favourite verdict, a fruity-led wear.

This one's a proper divisive scent. Some love its unique chocolaty, powdery plum vibe, others find it a "powder bomb" or just baffling. Definitely not a safe blind buy, and performance is a wild card. Expect something unusual; just don't expect everyone to get it.
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So New York Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Plum100%
Heartas listed
Coffee100%
Baseas listed
Cacao Pod67%
Powdery33%

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 Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate sillage and powdery dry down make it acceptable for casual and even some office wear, though the gourmand facets might be too much for formal settings. The warm, cosy accords lend themselves well to dates, especially in cooler weather, but it's far too heavy for sport.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Opens with a juicy, dark plum, quickly enveloped by a rich coffee and a dusting of bitter cacao. The dry down settles into a surprisingly prominent powdery base, lending a unique sophisticated-yet-gourmand feel. It's a sweet, warm embrace, but with an earthy, almost musky undertone.

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