Central Park South by Bond No. 9
Brand: Bond No. 9
Concentration: EDP
What it smells like
A bright, polished floral bouquet blending sparkling citrus and black currant with rose, jasmine, lily of the valley, and a soft musky-woody finish.
Is Central Park South worth it?
How it smells: Opens with grapefruit blossom and black currant blossom, jasmine and lily-of-the-valley at the heart, then dries down to woodsy notes.
Scent Score: 61/100 (Good). Doesn't stand out. Pairs well with fewer fragrances than most. Nothing wrong with it, but similar fragrances do more. Sample it before buying a bottle. Performance 56, reputation 63, versatility 93, layerability 39 and value 41, each out of 100.
Scent Character
Floral · Citrus Floral Musk
EDP · Introduced 2013 · Unisex
Key accords: Grapefruit blossom, Black Currant Blossom, Jasmine, Lily-of-the-Valley, Woodsy Notes
Top Notes
- Grapefruit blossom
- Black Currant Blossom
Heart Notes
- Jasmine
- Lily-of-the-Valley
Base Notes
- Woodsy Notes
Occasions: Office, Casual, Date, Outdoor, Special Occasion
Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall
Fragrance overview
Central Park South by Bond No. 9 belongs to the floral fragrance family. A bright, polished floral bouquet blending sparkling citrus and black currant with rose, jasmine, lily of the valley, and a soft musky-woody finish. Central Park South opens with Grapefruit blossom and Black Currant Blossom. The heart brings Jasmine and Lily-of-the-Valley. It dries down to Woodsy Notes.
How to wear Central Park South
On skin, Central Park South by Bond No. 9 has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, summer, and fall. Reach for it for office, casual, date, outdoor, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is CK One by Calvin Klein. Apply Central Park South first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift. Start with 2 sprays Central Park South : 2 sprays CK One and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Central Park South opens with Grapefruit blossom and Black Currant Blossom.
The heart brings Jasmine and Lily-of-the-Valley.
It dries down to Woodsy Notes.
What to layer with Central Park South
CK One by Calvin Klein
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine and lily-of-the-valley.
Order: Apply Central Park South first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Central Park South : 2 sprays CK One
Light Blue by Dolce & Gabbana
Signature Worthy · 96/99
Floral and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine.
Order: Apply Central Park South first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Light Blue on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Central Park South : 2 sprays Light Blue
Kuhuyan by Parfums de Marly
Signature Worthy · 96/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine.
Order: Apply Central Park South first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Kuhuyan on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Central Park South : 1 spray Kuhuyan
Sedbury by Parfums de Marly
Signature Worthy · 96/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine.
Order: Apply Central Park South first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Sedbury on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Central Park South : 2 sprays Sedbury
Aqua Celestia Cologne forte by Maison Francis Kurkdjian
Signature Worthy · 96/99
Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine.
Order: Apply Central Park South first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Aqua Celestia Cologne forte on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Central Park South : 2 sprays Aqua Celestia Cologne forte
Pairings to approach with care
Interlude 53 Man by Amouage
Not Recommended · 30/99
Interlude 53 Man has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Interlude 53 Man brings an amber contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Central Park South first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Interlude 53 Man on top for amber lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Central Park South : 1 spray Interlude 53 Man
Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum by Maison Francis Kurkdjian
Not Recommended · 32/99
Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Central Park South first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Central Park South : 1 spray Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum
Related fragrances and why
- CK One by Calvin Klein — Both include jasmine and lily-of-the-valley.
- Light Blue by Dolce & Gabbana — Both include jasmine.
- Kuhuyan by Parfums de Marly — Both include jasmine.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Central Park South?
Central Park South opens with Grapefruit blossom and Black Currant Blossom. The heart brings Jasmine and Lily-of-the-Valley. It dries down to Woodsy Notes.
How long does Central Park South last, and how strong is it?
Central Park South by Bond No. 9 has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Central Park South?
It's best in spring, summer, and fall. It suits office, casual, date, outdoor, and special occasion.
What layers well with Central Park South?
CK One by Calvin Klein is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine and lily-of-the-valley. Apply Central Park South first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift. Start with 2 sprays Central Park South : 2 sprays CK One.
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