Question 1

What's the difference between So New York and Back to Black?

Accepted Answer

So New York is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Bond No 9 (2003) dominated by Warm Spicy accords. Back to Black is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from By Kilian (2009) leaning on Sweet accords. They share 3 accords: Warm Spicy, Fruity, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, So New York or Back to Black?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, So New York scores 3.97/5 vs Back to Black at 4.01/5. Back to Black's standout strength: Beautiful, prominent honey note that's less overwhelming than competitors. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do So New York and Back to Black smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Back to Black: Die r/fragrance-Community betrachtet Back to Black als einen gut umgesetzten Honig-Duft, der Reichhaltigkeit erfolgreich mit Tragekomfort verbindet.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, So New York or Back to Black?

Accepted Answer

Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits So New York vs Back to Black?

Accepted Answer

So New York scores highest for fall wear; Back to Black scores highest for winter wear. So New York leans daytime, Back to Black leans evening.

So New York vs Back to Black

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Einzigartig für So New York (4)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (3)

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Community-Stimmungspuls — Back to Black

Positiv

Negativ

Eigenschaft	So New York	Back to Black
Marke	Bond No 9	By Kilian
Jahr	2003	2009
Bewertung	3.97	4.01
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	4	0