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Bond No. 9

Success is the Essence of New York (Parfum)

2009

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Versions Timeline

2009

Success is the Essence of New York (Original Release)

Price Range
$300 – $510

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"Success is the Essence of New York is a rich amber-vanilla perfume with a distinctly opulent Bond No. 9 character. It was originally introduced as Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York before being presented under its shorter current name. The composition opens with bright citrus, aromatic coriander, cardamom, nutmeg, and mandarin. Its heart combines tuberose, rose, jasmine, iris, plum, and pimento for a floral-fruity, gently spicy effect. Patchouli, benzoin, and vanilla form a warm, sweet, resinous base with an oriental impression. The fragrance is designed as a unisex statement scent with a polished, luxurious, and expressive personality."

Ideal Environment

Best Seasons

Fall
Winter

Ideal Weather

Cold
Dry
Mild

Moods

Luxurious
Confident
Powerful
Sophisticated
Alluring
Warm

Occasions

Formal
Dinner
Date
Night Out
Cocktail Party

Fun Facts

The fragrance was originally known as Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York.

Its 2009 launch was part of Bond No. 9's Signature Perfume program and used a 30% concentration described as pure perfume.

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Aromatic Profile

0m/16h
Top Notes
1x
CitrusSpicyFreshFloralFruitySweetOrientalResinousWoody

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

0–2h

bergamot
cardamom seed
mandarin
coriander
nutmeg
Middle Notes

2h–7h 12m

tuberose
rose de mai
jasmine
forbidden plum
iris
pimento
Base Notes

7h 12m–16h

patchouli
benzoin
vanilla

Performance

Longevity
100%

Eternal (8h+)

Sillage
70%

Strong

Reviews Summary

“A rich, sweet-spicy amber-vanilla perfume with a bright citrus and spice opening, followed by a floral-fruity heart featuring rose, tuberose, plum, and jasmine. The drydown is warm and oriental, centered on vanilla, patchouli, and amber-like resinous facets. It is generally regarded as well blended and substantial in presence.”

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