Cherry Sling

Bottom Line

This is a casual, daytime fragrance best suited for spring or cooler summer days when a light, vaguely fruity scent is desired. It's far from a sophisticated experience and the synthetic qualities are noticeable, making it inappropriate for formal occasions or situations where a refined scent is necessary.

How it Smells

Cherry Sling opens with a bracing ginger and slightly tart apple, though an unfortunate synthetic undercurrent taints the initial freshness. It lacks the natural zest of the original Y. The heart attempts to capture the aromatic essence with sage and juniper, but the geranium smells decidedly artificial, adding a floral soapiness that clashes with the woody elements. The drydown is where the divergence is most apparent. Instead of a smooth, creamy woodiness, it becomes a rather abrasive amberwood bomb with a cloying tonka bean sweetness; a plasticky, synthetic amber accord predominates, cheapening the overall effect.

Projection Power

Longevity is surprisingly decent, clinging to the skin for around 5-6 hours. However, projection is moderate at best, extending maybe half an arm's length for the first hour before quickly settling into a skin scent. I wore this during a casual day of errands and found it faded into a dull, sweet amber hum.