Is Zara Cherry Smoothie a dupe of Tom Ford Lost Cherry?
Lost Cherry by Tom Ford is richer, deeper, and more luxurious, delivering a boozy cherry-almond rush balanced by sultry vanilla, with top-tier performance and a decadent edge. Cherry Smoothie by Zara, while clearly inspired by Lost Cherry, plays brighter and creamier, with a playful, almost candied cherry note and a lighter overall feel. Both are sweet cherry gourmands, but Tom Ford’s is more complex and sensual, while Zara’s is fun, flirty, and easier on the budget but less long-lasting. If you want a statement scent that oozes sophistication, Lost Cherry wins; if playful sweetness and value matter most, go with Cherry Smoothie.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
- You crave deep, boozy cherry richness.
- You want luxury and complex layering.
- You prefer unisex, statement scents.
- You expect excellent performance and longevity.
- You want a playful, creamy cherry scent.
- You’re on a budget or love affordable dupes.
- You prefer lighter, sweeter gourmands.
- You want a fun, easy daytime fragrance.
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 playful cherry gourmand that pops with cheerful confidence and creamy sweetness. Perfect if you crave a fun, flirty, and attention-grabbing scent with a cozy undertone, but it may be too sweet for the minimalist.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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 rich cherry, almond, and vanilla notes make this especially fitting for cooler months like fall and winter, where its sweetness and warmth shine. In spring, its playful fruity character works well, but it may feel a bit heavy for hot summer days.
Occasions
Its bold, sweet, and playful nature is perfect for dates and casual outings where you want to stand out. It may be a bit too attention-grabbing and gourmand for office or sporty settings, but can add personality to semi-formal events.
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 13 of its 16 notes, including Benzoin, Sandalwood, Black Cherry
Adds cherry and hawthorn, drops cedar and patchouli
Where to buy
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Lost Cherry EDP
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Cherry Smoothie EDP
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