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Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York fragrance
Bond No 9

Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York

EDP Unisex · 2009 · by Maurice Roucel
6.8 /10

Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York scores 8/10 for longevity and performs best in Mild conditions.

Best in Mild 8/10 longevity
From USD 220–280From EUR 193–246From GBP 165–210From PKR 65,000–85,000From AED 850–1,100From INR 21,254–27,051From SAR 825–1,050
8 Longevity
8 Sillage
6 Versatility
6 Value
6.4 Climate Avg

Fragrance Notes

Amber Warm Spicy Patchouli Powdery
Fragrance Note PyramidTOP NOTES0–30 min1Bergamot2Cardamom3CorianderPlumHEART NOTES30–120 min1Jasmine2Rose3Orris RootPimentoBASE NOTES2h+1Patchouli2Amber3VanillaIncenseLeatherLabdanum
Top Notes — first impression, 0–30 min

Heart Notes — the core, 30 min – 2 hrs

Base Notes — the foundation, 2 hrs+
Accord ProfileAmberWarm SpicyPatchouliPowderyFruityACCORDPROFILE

Occasions & Seasons

Best For
Evening Art Events Winter Nights
Seasons
Fall Winter

Climate Performance

Avg 6.4 / 10
Extreme Heat
3/10
Poor
45°C and above
Riyadh, Jacobabad, Kuwait City, Phoenix
Hot & Humid
4/10
Average
Around 35°C with high humidity
Dubai, Karachi, Mumbai, Miami
Warm & Dry
7/10
Good
Around 30°C with low humidity
Lahore, Delhi, Muscat, Los Angeles
Mild
9/10
Excellent
Around 20°C
Islamabad, Bangalore, London, San Francisco
Cold
9/10
Excellent
Below 10°C
Murree, Shimla, Moscow, New York

Expert Analysis

What Makes It Unique

An opulent, spicy plum-and-patchouli masterpiece capturing pop art eccentricity.

Pakistan & GCC Perspective

Unusable in Middle Eastern heat, but an absolute masterpiece for British winters.

How It Compares

Versus Angel by Mugler

The Controversy

Heavily dense formulation that can easily overwhelm sensitive noses.

Why Bond No 9 Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York Has a Following

Certain fragrances build reputations quietly, through consistent word of mouth rather than advertising spend. Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York is that kind of fragrance — an EDP from Bond No 9 with a Amber, Warm Spicy, Patchouli, Powdery, Fruity composition that has earned serious advocates in fragrance communities worldwide. Here is why, in scores rather than superlatives.

An opulent, spicy plum-and-patchouli masterpiece capturing pop art eccentricity.

Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York Notes Breakdown

Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York opens with Bergamot, Cardamom, Coriander, Plum and Mandarin Orange — an assertive first impression that carries across a room. As the opening settles, the composition pivots to its heart of Jasmine, Rose, Orris Root and Pimento. The final act — the part that outlasts the working day — is Patchouli, Amber, Vanilla, Incense, Leather and Labdanum.

Strip it back to the bones and the profile reads Amber, Warm Spicy, Patchouli, Powdery, Fruity — the kind of profile that rewards a second and third wearing.

Longevity & Projection: Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York on the Clock

Longevity (8/10): Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York delivers strong longevity for EDP. On most skin types expect 8–12 hours. A single morning application typically carries through well into the evening without reinforcement.

Sillage (8/10): Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York projects as a confident aura, detectable by those nearby. One or two sprays is all that is needed — over-application will overpower rather than impress.

Versatility (6/10): Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York is context-aware, performing well across a range of situations without feeling mismatched. It thrives in its intended context but may feel mismatched further outside that sweet spot.

Value (6/10): Pricing at around $220 feels appropriate for what you get — neither a bargain nor an overreach.

Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York Across Five Climate Zones

Of the five climate zones we score, Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York does best in mild (Islamabad, San Francisco) at 9/10 — it keeps its shape there instead of turning sharp or fading fast. The number to watch is extreme heat (Riyadh, Phoenix) at 3/10, where you are better off reaching for something else.

Unusable in Middle Eastern heat, but an absolute masterpiece for British winters.

That is a structural result rather than a flaw — Bergamot and Mandarin Orange evaporate fast in heat, so what is left on skin by midday is a fraction of what you sprayed.

Its average across all five zones is 6.4/10 — broad enough to wear most of the year without second-guessing the weather.

To see how it ranks against every other fragrance for your conditions, run the Climate Matcher.

Best Occasions & Seasons

Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York is best suited to Evening, Art Events, Winter Nights. The projection ensures presence without deliberate effort — ideal for outdoor gatherings and social occasions where you want to register.

Seasonally, Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York performs best in Fall, Winter. The climate data supports this range, though performance at the extremes — deep cold or intense heat — may vary.

Versus Angel by Mugler

Price & Value

Internationally, Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York sits at $220–$280. That puts it in the premium designer bracket — a meaningful spend, but well short of niche-exclusive pricing.

Regional pricing: PKR 65,000–85,000 in Pakistan, AED 850–1,100 in the UAE. The currency switcher at the top of this page converts every price on the site — EUR, GBP, SAR and more — using current rates.

Where to buy: Internationally: Saks Fifth Avenue, Harrods. GCC/UAE: Harvey Nichols, Bloomingdale's. Pakistan: Scentsation.

Verdict

Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York earns its premium through genuine distinction rather than marketing mythology — a fragrance that rewards the wearer rather than impressing bystanders.

An overall 6.8/10 puts Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York in solid-but-situational territory: strong where it is strong, ordinary elsewhere. Match it to the right season and occasion and it pays off.

Heavily dense formulation that can easily overwhelm sensitive noses.

Still deciding? Put it head-to-head against anything else in the database — scores, notes and prices side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York last?

Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York has a longevity score of 8/10. On average skin, expect 8–12 hours. Performance can vary with skin type, application method, and ambient temperature — heat accelerates diffusion while dry skin absorbs fragrance faster.

Is Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York worth the price?

At around $220, Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York by Bond No 9 is fairly priced for what it delivers. Its performance scores, climate range, and composition quality make it a considered purchase — evaluate your priorities against the alternatives before committing.

What does Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York smell like?

Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York is characterised by Amber, Warm Spicy, Patchouli, Powdery, Fruity accords. Opening with Bergamot and Cardamom, the heart revolves around Jasmine and Rose, settling into a base of Patchouli and Amber.

Is Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York good for hot or humid weather?

Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York was not designed for extreme heat (score: 4/10). In genuinely hot climates, reserve it for cooled indoor environments or evening wear.

Is Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York for men or women?

Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York is marketed as a Unisex fragrance. In practice, its character is better defined by its composition than by any marketing category.