This review has been a long time coming... my apologies!
Life has been insanely busy recently, but I'm loving every moment of it. I'm currently working on a very exciting re-branding project for my amazing client, which will be incredible once we launch. It's truly such an interesting process, and I can't wait to see everything come together. In addition, I've been busy with all sorts of fun summer get-togethers with loved ones. I just love this time of year.
I'm still enjoying my girly indulgences, and have plenty of things I'd like to write about and review. First and foremost, I need to review Bond No. 9's I Love NY fragrance collection, which I received in early April after winning first place in Bond's New York photography competition. I have to admit, I was absolutely thrilled when I received this package! In the marketing/design field myself, I was in love with the gorgeous packaging before I even reached the products... it's all done so beautifully. The fact that I received all three fragrances was such a special honor, especially since I'm a big fan of Bond.
I Love New York for Her
Top Notes: Mandarin Zest, Spicy Nutmeg, Blueberry
Middle Notes: Roses, Pink Peonies, Patchouli
Base Notes: Musk, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Leather
This fragrance is the ultimate in femininity. It's sweet and has a lovely dry down, one that will appeal to many women. It's just a very pretty, agreeable fragrance. All things considered, though, I'm not in love with it and don't plan on purchasing it once I go through this bottle. There's something about it that's a bit too generically sweet and powdery about it once it dries down on me.
I Love New York for All
Top Notes: Bergamot, Muguet, Pepper
Middle Notes: Cocoa, Coffee Beans, Chestnut
Base Notes: Patchouli, Vanilla, Leatherwood, Sandalwood
I love this fragrance. It's just so different than any other scent I own (and that's saying quite a bit, given my vast collection). This one is a true gourmand, sweet and yet complex that develops into a beautiful, warm scent. This will be absolutely perfect in the fall and winter; it just evokes cozy sexiness. My best friend Courtney also loves this fragrance, and it has quickly become a new favorite. She gets so many compliments! It's also a great unisex scent, as a male friend of ours actually wore this out and said he had never gotten more comments from women. Clearly, everyone loves I Love New York for All- myself included!
I Love New York for Him
Top Notes: Grapefruit Zest, Juniper Berry, Ginger, and an Electric Energy Accord
Middle Notes:Lavender, Geranium, Patchouli, and an Animal Leather Accord
Base Notes: Sandalwood, Balsam-like Labdanum, Musk, and a Modern Amber Accord
I gave this one away the day I got it (since I don't use it myself)... so my opinion on this one is fairly limited. That being said, I was able to snag my guy a number of men's Bond samples about a month ago, and we both love this fragrance on him best. I definitely feel like this one is a casual cologne that is best suited for a younger man. It's just the perfect everyday fragrance for him.
