So New York by Bond No. 9
Brand: Bond No. 9
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
So New York captures the city’s energetic sophistication through a sparkling citrus opening and juicy dark-fruit accents. Its elegant floral heart settles into a smooth, gently sweet base of sandalwood, musk, and vanilla, making it versatile for both daytime wear and relaxed evenings.
Is So New York worth it?
How it smells: Opens with bergamot, grapefruit and black currant, plum and jasmine at the heart, then dries down to sandalwood and musk.
Scent Score: 74/100 (Good). Lives up to the hype. People talk about it, and it delivers. Performance 67, reputation 74, versatility 87, layerability 89 and value 52, each out of 100.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2004 · Unisex
Key accords: Bergamot, Grapefruit, Black Currant, Plum, Jasmine, Rose
Top Notes
- Bergamot
- Grapefruit
- Black Currant
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Occasions: Office, Casual, Date, Outdoor
Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall
Fragrance overview
So New York by Bond No. 9 belongs to the floral fragrance family. A bright, polished New York-inspired floral that blends sparkling citrus and dark fruit with a soft bouquet of rose, jasmine, and lily of the valley over creamy woods, musk, and vanilla. So New York opens with Bergamot, Grapefruit, and Black Currant. The heart brings Plum, Jasmine, Rose, and Lily of the Valley. It dries down to Sandalwood, Musk, and Vanilla.
How to wear So New York
On skin, So New York 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, and outdoor. Its best layering match in the catalog is Bleu de Chanel by Chanel. Apply So New York first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays So New York : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
So New York opens with Bergamot, Grapefruit, and Black Currant.
The heart brings Plum, Jasmine, Rose, and Lily of the Valley.
It dries down to Sandalwood, Musk, and Vanilla.
What to layer with So New York
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share grapefruit, jasmine, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply So New York first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays So New York : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel
CK One by Calvin Klein
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, jasmine, and rose.
Order: Apply So New York 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 So New York : 2 sprays CK One
Fahrenheit by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, jasmine, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply So New York 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 So New York : 2 sprays Fahrenheit
For Her by Narciso Rodriguez
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and musk scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose, sandalwood, and musk.
Order: Apply So New York first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer For Her on top for musk lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays So New York : 2 sprays For Her
Nomade by Chloé
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, jasmine, and rose.
Order: Apply So New York first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Nomade on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays So New York : 2 sprays Nomade
Pairings to approach with care
Supremacy Incense by Afnan
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 39/99
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, and they share bergamot.
Order: Apply So New York 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 So New York : 1 spray Supremacy Incense
Arabians Tonka by Montale
Not Recommended · 39/99
Arabians Tonka has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Arabians Tonka brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent, and they share bergamot and jasmine.
Order: Apply So New York first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Arabians Tonka on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays So New York : 1 spray Arabians Tonka
Related fragrances and why
- Bleu de Chanel by ChanelTrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include grapefruit, jasmine, and sandalwood.
- CK One by Calvin Klein — Both include bergamot, jasmine, and rose.
- Fahrenheit by Dior — Both include bergamot, jasmine, and sandalwood.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for So New York?
So New York opens with Bergamot, Grapefruit, and Black Currant. The heart brings Plum, Jasmine, Rose, and Lily of the Valley. It dries down to Sandalwood, Musk, and Vanilla.
How long does So New York last, and how strong is it?
So New York by Bond No. 9 has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear So New York?
It's best in spring, summer, and fall. It suits office, casual, date, and outdoor.
What layers well with So New York?
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share grapefruit, jasmine, and sandalwood. Apply So New York first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays So New York : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel.
Layering guide
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