Best Eau de New York Dupes & Alternatives 2026
Discover 10 affordable alternatives to Eau de New York by Bond No 9. Ranked by scent similarity with match scores, shared accords, and notes.
The best affordable alternatives to Eau de New York by Bond No 9 are: 1. Terre d'Hermès Hermès cologne by Hermes (61% match), 2. Un Jardin Sur Le Nil Hermès perfume by Hermes (60% match), 3. Saharienne by Yves Saint Laurent (54% match), 4. Philtre d'Amour by Guerlain (54% match), 5. Aqua Allegoria Perle Nerolia Vetiver by Guerlain (54% match).
Accord Profile
Citrus
100%
White Floral
54%
Green
52%
Aromatic
48%
Fresh Spicy
45%
Woody
27%
Fresh
24%
Herbal
18%
Affordable Alternatives
#161% matchPremiumIn curated similar list
Shared Accords
CitrusAromaticFresh SpicyWoody
Shared Notes (2)
grapefruit, vetiver
#260% matchPremiumIn curated similar list
Shared Accords
CitrusGreenAromaticFresh Spicy
Shared Notes (2)
grapefruit, musk
#354% matchPremium
Shared Accords
CitrusWhite FloralGreenAromaticFresh SpicyWoody
Shared Notes (6)
petitgrain, bergamot, neroli, jasmine, vetiver +1
#454% matchPremium
Shared Accords
CitrusWhite FloralGreenAromaticFresh SpicyWoodyHerbal
Shared Notes (5)
petitgrain, bergamot, neroli, lemon verbena, jasmine
#554% matchPremium
Shared Accords
CitrusWhite FloralGreenAromaticFresh SpicyFresh
Shared Notes (7)
petitgrain, bergamot, water, neroli, basil +2
#653% matchPremium
Shared Accords
CitrusWhite FloralGreenAromaticFresh SpicyFresh
Shared Notes (5)
bergamot, grapefruit, green notes, neroli, musk
#753% matchPremium
Shared Accords
CitrusWhite FloralGreenAromaticFresh SpicyFresh
Shared Notes (5)
petitgrain, bergamot, green notes, neroli, musk
#853% matchPremium
Shared Accords
CitrusGreenAromaticFresh SpicyWoodyFresh
Shared Notes (5)
petitgrain, bergamot, grapefruit, mandarin orange, vetiver
#953% matchPremium
Shared Accords
CitrusWhite FloralGreenAromaticFresh SpicyFreshHerbal
Shared Notes (5)
petitgrain, bergamot, grapefruit, neroli, oakmoss
#1052% matchPremium
Shared Accords
CitrusGreenAromaticFresh SpicyWoodyFresh
Shared Notes (5)
petitgrain, bergamot, green notes, basil, jasmine
Community Sentiment Pulse — Eau de New York
Positive32 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
7.5
/10
Eau de New York is regarded as one of Bond No. 9's better offerings, praised for its green, unique character and complex development. The fragrance performs well and maintains interest throughout the wear, making it a solid choice for those interested in the house despite mixed opinions about Bond No. 9 in general.
Positive
- Green and unique fragrance profile
- Complex scent development with pleasant drydown
- Better performance than similar fragrances like Neroli Portofino
- Strong opening that evolves nicely on skin
Negative
- Limited discussion in community suggests niche appeal
- Not universally loved by Bond No. 9 skeptics
Frequently asked questions
What are the best dupes for Eau de New York?+
The top dupes for Eau de New York by Bond No 9 ranked by accord-and-note similarity: Terre d'Hermès Hermès cologne by Hermes (61% match); Un Jardin Sur Le Nil Hermès perfume by Hermes (60% match); Saharienne by Yves Saint Laurent (54% match). Each match score reflects overlap in accord profile plus shared notes from Eau de New York's pyramid.
Are dupes of Eau de New York worth buying?+
Dupes target the same accord/note profile at a lower price. The trade-offs are usually shorter longevity, weaker projection, and simpler note development. The original Eau de New York scores 7.5/10 with 32 Reddit opinions, so you have a baseline to compare against.
How similar are these dupes to Eau de New York?+
Similarity is scored as: accord cosine (40 points), shared notes (30), curated similar-perfumes list (20), and rating proximity (10). A score of 70+ means a strong match; 50–70 is noticeable similarity with its own character; below 50 is a distant cousin.
What accords should I look for in a Eau de New York dupe?+
Prioritize these accords when evaluating a dupe: Citrus (100%), White Floral (54%), Green (52%), Aromatic (48%). The closer a candidate's accord strengths match, the closer it'll smell.