Dark Cherry & Amber by Banana Republic
Brand: Banana Republic
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
An edible woody amber by Claude Dir for the Icon Collection: juicy black cherry and pink freesia over cherry blossom and praline, finishing on blonde cedar and red amber.
Is Dark Cherry & Amber worth it?
How it smells: Opens with black cherry and freesia, cherry blossom and praline at the heart, then dries down to cedarwood and amber.
Scent Score: 47/100 (Fair). Doesn't stand out. Fades faster than most fragrances. Nothing wrong with it, but similar fragrances do more. Sample it before buying a bottle. Performance 36, versatility 73, layerability 45 and value 36, each out of 100.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2019 · Unisex
Key accords: Black Cherry, Freesia, Cherry Blossom, Praline, Cedarwood, Amber
Top Notes
- Black Cherry
- Freesia
Heart Notes
- Cherry Blossom
- Praline
Base Notes
- Cedarwood
- Amber
Occasions: Evening, Date, Casual
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Dark Cherry & Amber by Banana Republic belongs to the amber fragrance family. An edible woody amber by Claude Dir for the Icon Collection: juicy black cherry and pink freesia over cherry blossom and praline, finishing on blonde cedar and red amber. Dark Cherry & Amber opens with Black Cherry and Freesia. The heart brings Cherry Blossom and Praline. It dries down to Cedarwood and Amber.
How to wear Dark Cherry & Amber
On skin, Dark Cherry & Amber by Banana Republic has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening, date, and casual. Its best layering match in the catalog is Wool by Commodity. Apply Dark Cherry & Amber first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Wool on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Dark Cherry & Amber : 2 sprays Wool and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Dark Cherry & Amber opens with Black Cherry and Freesia.
The heart brings Cherry Blossom and Praline.
It dries down to Cedarwood and Amber.
What to layer with Dark Cherry & Amber
Wool by Commodity
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Amber and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share cedarwood and amber.
Order: Apply Dark Cherry & Amber first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Wool on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Dark Cherry & Amber : 2 sprays Wool
Angham by Lattafa
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Amber and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share praline and amber.
Order: Apply Dark Cherry & Amber first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Angham on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Dark Cherry & Amber : 2 sprays Angham
Halfeti Cedar by Penhaligon's
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Amber and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share cedarwood and amber.
Order: Apply Dark Cherry & Amber first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Halfeti Cedar on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Dark Cherry & Amber : 2 sprays Halfeti Cedar
Dark Secret by Mykonos
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Amber and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share black cherry, praline, and amber.
Order: Apply Dark Cherry & Amber first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Dark Secret on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Dark Cherry & Amber : 2 sprays Dark Secret
Glorious by Boadicea the Victorious
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Amber and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share cedarwood and amber.
Order: Apply Dark Cherry & Amber first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Glorious on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Dark Cherry & Amber : 2 sprays Glorious
Pairings to approach with care
A*Men Eau de Toilette by Mugler
Not Recommended · 38/99
A*Men Eau de Toilette has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. A*Men Eau de Toilette brings a gourmand contrast to this amber scent, and they share amber.
Order: Apply Dark Cherry & Amber first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer A*Men Eau de Toilette on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Dark Cherry & Amber : 1 spray A*Men Eau de Toilette
Bergamask by Orto Parisi
Not Recommended · 39/99
Bergamask has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Bergamask brings a citrus contrast to this amber scent.
Order: Apply Dark Cherry & Amber first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bergamask on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Dark Cherry & Amber : 1 spray Bergamask
Related fragrances and why
- Wool by Commodity — Both include cedarwood and amber.
- Angham by LattafaBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Both include praline and amber.
- Halfeti Cedar by Penhaligon's — Both include cedarwood and amber.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Dark Cherry & Amber?
Dark Cherry & Amber opens with Black Cherry and Freesia. The heart brings Cherry Blossom and Praline. It dries down to Cedarwood and Amber.
How long does Dark Cherry & Amber last, and how strong is it?
Dark Cherry & Amber by Banana Republic has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Dark Cherry & Amber?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening, date, and casual.
What layers well with Dark Cherry & Amber?
Wool by Commodity is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Amber and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share cedarwood and amber. Apply Dark Cherry & Amber first as your base layer. Its amber character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Wool on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Dark Cherry & Amber : 2 sprays Wool.
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