Short answer: Cherry Bomb is the D&E Fragrances Extrait de Parfum take on Matière Première Cherry Amber, from £14.99 to £44.95, against the luxury niche price of the original. Shop Cherry Bomb
- Smells like: juicy cherry with rose centifolia over a glowing amber base
- Best for: anyone who loves a bold, sweet, sensual cherry scent
- Honest note: it is our own interpretation, not an exact clone
Matière Première is a respected niche house, and Cherry Amber is one of its newer releases. Niche fragrances like this come with niche prices, so many people look for an alternative. Here is what the original smells like and how Cherry Bomb compares.
What does Cherry Amber actually smell like?
Fragrance retailers list the key notes as cherry, rose centifolia, amber and exaltolide, a musky note. They do not split them into top, heart and base tiers, so we list them as key notes. The impression is of a ripe, glossy cherry softened by rose and held on a warm amber and musk base. It is sold as unisex.
Why people look for a Cherry Amber dupe
As a luxury niche release it is priced as one, and it can be hard to find in the UK. A good alternative lets you wear the cherry-amber style for much less, and a sample lets you try it first.
Comparison at a glance
| Cherry Amber | Cherry Bomb | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Luxury niche price | From £14.99 (5ml) to £44.95 (50ml) |
| Style | Cherry, rose, amber | Our own take on that style |
| Format | Eau de parfum | Extrait de Parfum, oil roller and sample |
| Sizes | 100ml | 5ml, 12ml roller, 15ml, 30ml, 50ml |
Introducing Cherry Bomb
Cherry Bomb is hand-blended in the UK as an Extrait de Parfum. It brings together a juicy cherry opening, a soft rose heart and a smooth amber finish. It is vegan and cruelty-free and comes in five sizes, including a 5ml sample bottle. Try Cherry Bomb from £14.99
Being upfront about the comparison
Cherry Bomb is not an exact copy of Cherry Amber and we do not claim it is. It is our own composition inspired by the same style, so you may notice differences in the cherry accord and the amber base.
Longevity and projection
As an Extrait de Parfum, Cherry Bomb is designed to last around 8 to 10 hours or more on skin, depending on skin type and application. It is sweet and warm with a noticeable but not overpowering trail.
The verdict
If Cherry Amber caught your eye but the niche price did not, Cherry Bomb is a simple way to enjoy the style. Try the sample first, then size up. Shop Cherry Bomb now
Follow us on TikTok @defragrances26 and Instagram @defragrance.25 for daily dupes.
Cherry Bomb is our own original composition, inspired by the fragrance family that Cherry Amber belongs to. Matière Première and Cherry Amber are registered trademarks of their owners; D&E Fragrances is not affiliated with or endorsed by them.
Want more? See our full fragrance dupes guide.