Central Park West by Bond No. 9
Brand: Bond No. 9
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Central Park West captures the polished freshness of a Manhattan park in bloom, pairing bright citrus and green facets with a creamy, elegant floral heart. Its musky, mossy, woody base gives the composition understated sophistication without sacrificing its airy character.
Is Central Park West worth it?
How it smells: Opens with narcissus, tangerine and ivy, linden blossom and jasmine at the heart, then dries down to musk and oakmoss.
Scent Score: 77/100 (Great). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 67, reputation 93, versatility 93, layerability 75 and value 52, each out of 100.
Buyers say it lasts long and smells fresh and sweet. Buyers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 24 FragranceNet reviews.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2013 · Women
Key accords: Narcissus, Tangerine, Ivy, Linden Blossom, Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang
Top Notes
- Narcissus
- Tangerine
- Ivy
Heart Notes
- Linden Blossom
- Jasmine
- Ylang-Ylang
Base Notes
- Musk
- Oakmoss
- Vetiver
- Sandalwood
Occasions: Office, Casual, Date, Outdoor, Special Occasion
Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall
Fragrance overview
Central Park West by Bond No. 9 belongs to the floral fragrance family. A luminous green floral blending narcissus and citrusy mandarin with airy jasmine, linden blossom, and a soft mossy-woody finish. Central Park West opens with Narcissus, Tangerine, and Ivy. The heart brings Linden Blossom, Jasmine, and Ylang-Ylang. It dries down to Musk, Oakmoss, Vetiver, and Sandalwood.
How to wear Central Park West
On skin, Central Park West 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 West 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 West : 2 sprays CK One and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Central Park West opens with Narcissus, Tangerine, and Ivy.
The heart brings Linden Blossom, Jasmine, and Ylang-Ylang.
It dries down to Musk, Oakmoss, Vetiver, and Sandalwood.
What to layer with Central Park West
CK One by Calvin Klein
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, musk, and oakmoss.
Order: Apply Central Park West 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 West : 2 sprays CK One
Fahrenheit by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, musk, and vetiver.
Order: Apply Central Park West first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Central Park West : 2 sprays Fahrenheit
Lafayette Street by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, musk, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Central Park West first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Lafayette Street on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Central Park West : 2 sprays Lafayette Street
Drunk Lovers by Born To Stand Out
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share musk, vetiver, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Central Park West first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Drunk Lovers on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Central Park West : 2 sprays Drunk Lovers
Fig Porn by Born To Stand Out
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, musk, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Central Park West first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fig Porn on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Central Park West : 2 sprays Fig Porn
Pairings to approach with care
Supremacy Incense by Afnan
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 30/99
Supremacy Incense has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Supremacy Incense brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Central Park West first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Supremacy Incense on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Central Park West : 1 spray Supremacy Incense
Tobacco Vanille by Tom Ford
Not Recommended · 32/99
Tobacco Vanille has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Tobacco Vanille brings a tobacco contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Central Park West first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tobacco Vanille on top for tobacco lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Central Park West : 1 spray Tobacco Vanille
Related fragrances and why
- CK One by Calvin Klein — Both include jasmine, musk, and oakmoss.
- Fahrenheit by Dior — Both include jasmine, musk, and vetiver.
- Lafayette Street by Bond No. 9BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include jasmine, musk, and sandalwood.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Central Park West?
Central Park West opens with Narcissus, Tangerine, and Ivy. The heart brings Linden Blossom, Jasmine, and Ylang-Ylang. It dries down to Musk, Oakmoss, Vetiver, and Sandalwood.
How long does Central Park West last, and how strong is it?
Central Park West by Bond No. 9 has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Central Park West?
It's best in spring, summer, and fall. It suits office, casual, date, outdoor, and special occasion.
What layers well with Central Park West?
CK One by Calvin Klein is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, musk, and oakmoss. Apply Central Park West 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 West : 2 sprays CK One.
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