Banana Republic 2019 EDP

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Dark Cherry & Amber

by Claude Dir

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Banana Republic Dark Cherry & Amber is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019, created by Claude Dir. Dark Cherry & Amber opens with Sour Cherry and Freesia, settles into a heart of Cherry Blossom and Praline, and dries down to a base of Amber and Cedar. Banana Republic's Dark Cherry & Amber carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This budget cherry-amber is either a beloved hidden gem or an underwhelming bore, depending on who you ask and how long it lasts. Seriously divisive, with some hailing its realistic cherry and rich amber, while others bemoan its synthetic edge and shockingly poor performance.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Romantic
  • Sensual
  • Sweet
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Dark Cherry & Amber Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Sour Cherry65%
Freesia35%
Heartas listed
Cherry Blossom51%
Praline49%
Baseas listed
Amber67%
Cedar33%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate projection and sweet, inviting profile make it suitable for casual wear and intimate date nights. However, variable longevity and a tendency to become a skin scent quickly means it might need reapplication for longer events.

About

Opens with a juicy, dark sour cherry that quickly mellows into a creamy heart of praline and delicate cherry blossom. The dry down sees a soft, woody cedar blending with a warm, slightly musky amber, often leaving behind a faint, sweet skin scent. It’s a gourmand-leaning floral fruity with a comforting, warm base.

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Where to buy

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