Woman Cherry

First Impressions & Dry Down

Woman Cherry opens with an immediate, almost acrid blast of synthetic apple. This isn’t fresh orchard fruit; rather, imagine a candied apple left too long in the sun. The ginger note attempts to cut through the cloying sweetness, but lacks the necessary sharpness, resulting in a somewhat muddied accord. The bergamot is barely detectable, subsumed by the aggressively artificial apple.

The heart introduces a fleeting herbal quality from the sage and juniper, but these are quickly overwhelmed by a strong, powdery geranium note. This floral element feels disconnected from the initial fruity burst, creating a disjointed composition. The original's smoothness is entirely absent here.

The drydown leans heavily on amberwood, resulting in a harsh, synthetic woodiness with a plasticky undertone. The tonka bean adds a touch of sweetness, yet fails to adequately soften the abrasive cedar. The cedar itself lacks depth, presenting as a one-dimensional, pencil-shaving accord.

To Buy or Not to Buy?

Wearing Woman Cherry is like experiencing a distorted photocopy of the original. While it shares some superficial similarities, the execution is significantly inferior. You gain a fleeting, synthetic approximation, but lose the refined nuances and overall balance that define the inspiration. The harsh drydown and disconnected composition ultimately detract from the experience.

Projection Power

Longevity is surprisingly moderate, clocking in at around 4-5 hours. Projection is initially strong, reaching beyond arm's length, but quickly diminishes to a skin scent within the first hour. I tested this in a climate-controlled office environment.