Is Dossier Ambery Cherry a dupe of Tom Ford Lost Cherry?
Lost Cherry EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2018 | Year | 2022 |
| $$$$ | Price Tier | $ |
Ambery Cherry EDP
The key difference between Lost Cherry and Ambery Cherry lies in their performance and price. Lost Cherry by Tom Ford is richer, smoother, and longer-lasting, with a luxurious boozy cherry-almond depth and a refined vanilla finish. Ambery Cherry by Dossier captures the bold, syrupy cherry-vanilla punch but with a slightly less nuanced, more linear dry-down and moderate longevity. Both are decadent and sweet cherry bombs, but Lost Cherry feels more sophisticated and layered, while Ambery Cherry offers excellent value for an everyday gourmand fix. Choose based on your budget and sensitivity to performance - both will turn heads, but one whispers luxury while the other shouts value.
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Lost Cherry
- Ambery Cherry
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want the richest, most refined cherry-almond scent.
- Longevity and sillage are top priorities.
- You value nuanced, layered gourmand notes.
- Luxury packaging and prestige matter to you.
- You're seeking the best value cherry scent.
- Moderate longevity is good enough for daily wear.
- You love bold, sweet, linear gourmands.
- Budget is a major consideration.
Lost Cherry is a provocative cherry liqueur fantasy wrapped in almond and vanilla, decadent and utterly distinctive. Unapologetically sweet and boozy, it demands attention and invites indulgence.
A show-stopping cherry-vanilla bomb with a syrupy almond twist, Ambery Cherry is unapologetically bold and decadent. Perfect for those who love rich, sweet, and slightly smoky gourmand fragrances that linger and demand attention.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Vanilla
8% share of the perfume
Tonka Bean
6% share of the perfume
Peru Balsam
6% share of the perfume
Benzoin
5% share of the perfume
Sandalwood
4% share of the perfume
Cinnamon
4% share of the perfume
Cedar
2% share of the perfume
Clove
1% share of the perfume
Vetiver
1% share of the perfume
Patchouli
1% share of the perfume
Almond
11%
vs
17%
Vanilla
7%
vs
5%
Rose
6%
vs
6%
Tonka Bean
5%
vs
12%
Peru Balsam
5%
vs
3%
Plum
4%
vs
10%
Cinnamon
3%
vs
10%
Clove
1%
vs
7%
Black Cherry
13% share of the perfume
Sour Cherry
11% share of the perfume
Cherry Liqueur
10% share of the perfume
Benzoin
5% share of the perfume
Jasmine
5% share of the perfume
Sandalwood
4% share of the perfume
Cedar
2% share of the perfume
Vetiver
1% share of the perfume
Patchouli
1% share of the perfume
Cherry
25% share of the perfume
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Lost Cherry's intense cherry sweetness and liqueur warmth shine best in cooler weather, making it ideal for fall and winter. Its density can feel cloying in heat but works for spring evenings.
Occasions
This is a statement scent for special nights out or formal settings where you want to leave a memorable impression. Best avoided in professional or athletic settings due to its bold projection and gourmand sweetness.
Seasons
The dense, syrupy cherry, almond, and vanilla make this a perfect fit for fall and winter, where richness and warmth excel in cool air. It can be worn in spring for evenings, but is too heavy and sweet for most summer settings.
Occasions
Its bold, sweet, and sensual character is best for date nights, parties, or evening formals. The strong projection and gourmand nature can be cloying in office or sporty contexts.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 8 of its 9 notes, including Peru Balsam, Almond, Plum
Adds cherry, drops benzoin and black cherry
Where to buy
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