What Is ALT Cherry Lightning a Dupe Of?

ALT Cherry Lightning is a clone of Tom Ford Electric Cherry Eau de Parfum. That’s the original behind this pairing and the bottle to compare it with if you’re deciding which version of the scent to try.

What kind of scent is it going for?

Electric Cherry is the stated inspiration, with cherry, ginger and jasmine at the center of ALT’s description. We’d compare the fruit and floral balance first, then check how the pink pepper and musk shape the softer finish.

How do the notes compare?

ALT Cherry Lightning lists Cherry, Ginger, Jasmine Sambac, Pink Pepper and Musk. Tom Ford Electric Cherry Eau de Parfum lists Cherry, Pistachio, Ginger, Jasmine Sambac, Sandalwood, Ambrettolide and Pink Pepper.

Both lists include Cherry, Ginger, Jasmine Sambac and Pink Pepper, giving you a few clear points to follow in a sample. For ALT Cherry Lightning, also look for Musk. The original’s list also includes Pistachio, Sandalwood and Ambrettolide.

What would we look for in a sample?

Try a similar amount of each on separate wrists and give them some time. Come back to both after the first burst has settled, then check them again later. We’d focus on the notes that made you interested in the pairing in the first place.

Which one would we buy?

We’d start with ALT Cherry Lightning if you want ALT’s interpretation of this scent. If the original’s exact balance is what you love, Tom Ford Electric Cherry Eau de Parfum is the reference to try. Compare the available bottle sizes, shipping cost and return terms before choosing. A sample or smaller bottle can be a good first purchase, especially when one particular note is the reason you’re interested. Current retailer options are shown above. Use the price for the size you actually plan to order, and check the delivery estimate if you need the fragrance for a particular date.

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