Bond No 9 - Fragrances

Founded in 2003 in New York by entrepreneur Laurice Rahmé, Bond No.9 quickly carved a niche as a city-centric perfume house. The brand is best known for fragrances named after New York places and for artful, colorful bottles that double as decor. It has marked milestones by growing a devoted collector base and expanding into scented body and home items. Bond No.9 focuses mainly on fragrance, delivering bold, layered eau de parfums and related scented formats for a luxe audience.

Quick facts

Here’s a quick snapshot to get you up to speed on the house.

• Founder: Laurice Rahmé (2003)
• HQ: New York, USA
• Category: Luxury niche fragrance house
• Market position: Niche, collector-friendly luxury
• Formats: Eaux de parfum, body products, candles and home sprays

The house works with a roster of experienced perfumers and creative partners to craft each city story. Prices sit in the luxe tier, aimed at fragrance lovers and collectors who value unique concepts and bottle design.

Collections, house style & materials

Bond No.9’s collections read like a New York address book, with lines that pay tribute to neighborhoods, landmarks and moods. The house favors rich accords — vibrant florals, bold citrus, warm amber, smooth woods and playful gourmand touches that can feel modern or nostalgically chic. Bottles are bright, artistic and made to catch the eye, often in signature glass with striking labels and city motifs. Fragrance formats lean to eau de parfum concentration, plus scented body items and home sprays for layering a theme.

What about skincare or hair care?

Bond No.9 is primarily a fragrance house and does not focus on clinical skincare or haircare ranges. Instead, the brand offers scented body lotions, shower gels and room fragrances that let you extend a perfume’s theme across skin and space. These items are made to layer with the perfumes and boost longevity rather than to treat skin or hair concerns. If you want a scent-first routine, use the brand’s shower and lotion options to deepen the aromatic story.

Audience, occasions, sustainability & buyer tips

Bond No.9 suits scent fans who love bold, expressive perfumes and bottle art that makes a statement. Most blends read unisex, though some lean floral, spicy or woody for seasonal or mood choices. These perfumes are great for evening wear, special events, and gifting for anyone who enjoys a confident, city-born scent. The brand offers scented body and home pieces for layering, and we sell only genuine Bond No.9 products so you can shop with confidence.

If you like bright citrus or lively florals, start with a citrus-forward Bond scent to test the house’s energy. If you prefer warm, cozy woods and amber, begin with a wood-amber blend to feel the brand’s depth. For lovers of modern sweetness, pick a gourmand-tinged option to see how playful notes mix with luxe textures.