New York Fling Bond No 9

For Women
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2003

At a glance

Is New York Fling Bond No 9 worth trying?

New York Fling by Bond No 9 is a Floral fragrance for women.

Best match
Casual, Office wear in Spring, Summer
Performance feel
Good longevity with Moderate sillage
Signature profile
floral, citrus, fresh with Clementine, Ginger, Bergamot

The first impression

New York Fling by Bond No 9 is a Floral fragrance for women. New York Fling was launched in 2003. The nose behind this fragrance is Laurent Le Guernec. Top notes are Clementine, Ginger, Bergamot, Fruity Notes and Cardamom; middle notes are Freesia, Lily-of-the-Valley, Peony and Jasmine; base notes are Musk, Cedar, Basil, Sandalwood and Amber.

What shapes the scent

floral 100%
citrus 85%
fresh 70%
white floral 60%
warm spicy 50%
woody 40%
fruity 35%
sweet 30%
green 25%
aromatic 20%

The perfumer behind it

Laurent Le Guernec

Laurent Le Guernec

Laurent Le Guernec is a perfumer who has contributed to a wide range of accessible and modern fragrances. He developed scents for brands including Avon, Alfred Dunhill, and Banana Republic. His creations often blend fresh and sophisticated notes, as seen in Icon Racing and Republic of Men.

Notes pyramid

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Clementine Clementine
Ginger Ginger
Bergamot Bergamot
Fruity Notes Fruity Notes
Cardamom Cardamom

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Freesia Freesia
Lily-of-the-Valley Lily-of-the-Valley
Peony Peony
Jasmine Jasmine

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Musk Musk
Cedar Cedar
Basil Basil
Sandalwood Sandalwood
Amber Amber

The mood it creates

The Explorer Archetype: Portrait of New York Fling Bond No 9

Essence

The Explorer thrives on spontaneity and the thrill of discovery, much like New York Fling’s effervescent blend of clementine, ginger, and white florals. This fragrance captures the energy of a city that never sleeps, where every corner holds a new adventure. It’s bright, playful, and endlessly curious, mirroring the archetype’s restless spirit.

Style & Aesthetic

Their wardrobe is a mix of crisp linens and unexpected pops of color-think a tailored blazer paired with neon sneakers. They favor clean lines but aren’t afraid to experiment, much like the fragrance’s citrusy top notes giving way to musky depth. Their aesthetic is urban chic with a twist, always ready for the next escapade.

Philosophy & Values

Life, to them, is a series of open doors. They value freedom above all, chasing the rush of new experiences like the ginger and cardamom spark in the scent. The jasmine and peony heart reflects their belief in finding beauty in fleeting connections, while the cedar and amber base grounds their wanderlust in warmth.

Relationships

They’re the friend who drags you to a pop-up gallery or a midnight diner. Romantically, they’re magnetic but elusive, their affections as bright and transient as the freesia in the fragrance. Their relationships are vibrant but often short-lived, as they’re always moving toward the next horizon.

Lifestyle

Mornings might start with a sprint through the park or a last-minute train ticket. Their calendar is a mosaic of coffee dates, impromptu trips, and late-night brainstorming sessions. The musk and sandalwood drydown hints at their ability to find comfort even in chaos.

Shadow

Their thirst for novelty can leave them unmoored, skipping from one passion to another without depth. Like the basil’s green sharpness in the base, there’s a risk of becoming brittle-always chasing, never settling.

Conclusion

New York Fling is a fragrance for the Explorer, whose life is a mosaic of moments, each as vivid and transient as the scent’s citrusy burst. It’s for those who find home not in a place, but in the journey itself.