Cherry Smoke

Is it Worth It?

Wearing Cherry Smoke by Fragrance World evokes a similar thematic impression to the original, but sacrifices complexity and depth. One gains a recognizable cherry-tobacco-smoke profile. What's lost is the sophistication and the integration of high-quality raw materials – specifically, the richer and smoother leather, and the far more nuanced and natural woody facets. The drydown, in particular, lacks the refinement and longevity present in the benchmark fragrance.

First Impressions & Dry Down

Cherry Smoke by Fragrance World opens with a prominent sour cherry accord, reminiscent of cherry cough syrup, albeit with a noticeable saffron overlay imparting a medicinal sweetness. This deviates slightly from the more boozy and ripe cherry expected. The heart reveals a muted leather note, intertwined with a green, almost grassy olive nuance. The Chinese osmanthus offers a faint apricot-like floral sweetness, struggling to cut through the smokiness that begins to dominate. The base is characterized by a dry, almost acrid smoke, coupled with generic woody notes and a dark, earthy cypriol oil that contributes to a slightly plasticky drydown, failing to capture the nuanced woody depth of the inspiration.

How Long Does it Last?

Longevity is approximately 6-7 hours on skin. Projection extends to about an arm's length for the first two hours, then quickly settles closer to the skin. Tested in both indoor and outdoor environments, it performs adequately, though the synthetic edge becomes more apparent in warmer conditions.