Oud To Saffron
Bond No 9 is launching a third oud based fragrance for Valentines Day. This oud is less masculine than the previous incarnations. It begins with a rich plummy top note followed by a truly spectacular saffron note. The saffron note just "sings" and is lightly peppered with orange zest.
The mid-intermission stars the oud note. This oud is thick and syrupy. It is mixed with a nosegay of roses, rooty orris, and a dirty patchouli. The earthy dry down is musky with smooth honey and vetiver. Each note is uncluttered and perfectly orchestrated. All the notes are given time to shine and shimmer!
The star bottle is gunmetal grey with glints of gold. The inspiration was the New York streetscape at twilight. Bond 9 New York Oud will retail for $310 and will appear at Saks counters and Bond stores in February 2011. This might be the perfect Valentine scent gift for your sweetheart!
Visit http://www.bondno9.com/ for more details.
Credits: A press sample/lab bottle of New York Oud was provided by Bond 9.
Labels: Bond 9 Fragrances, Fragrance, Laurice Rahme, Oud, Press Sample
posted by Annieytown @ 8:14 AM
3 Inspired Comments
3 Inspired Comments:
A great review, Annie!
This new oud by Bond is gorgeous! It really unfolds in many layers, starting with the fruits and the saffron, and then moving into the florals at the heart. These roses are voluptuous and lush! And the oud is softer and warmer than the Signature oud. The honey in the base is an unexpected and delightful little twist! New York Oud has an interesting sense of humor, it's stylish and sophisticated, a little edgy, totally beautiful!
Oh, saffron slays me. Must. Get. NOW.
I think Bond comes out with to many scents, they should keep to a cleaner, more defined range with just a few luxurious bottles. I like their concept though, but they shouldn't make so many scents!
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