Flavia Cherry Illusion vs Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love
Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.
Both fragrances are inspired by Tom Ford Lost Cherry.
At a glance
Flavia Cherry Illusion costs £25 and Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love costs £20, so Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love is £5 cheaper. They share 8 notes out of 20 distinct notes listed across both (40%). Both are EDP and listed as unisex. Both are inspired by Tom Ford Lost Cherry.
Flavia Cherry Illusion
Cherry Illusion, formerly sold as Cherry Lust, is Flavia's interpretation of Tom Ford's Lost Cherry, matching that fragrance's bitter almond and black cherry opening over a jasmine sambac and Turkish rose heart.
Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love
Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love is a fruity gourmand fragrance built around boozy cherry, bitter almond and a creamy vanilla tonka base, positioned as a bold interpretation of the Tom Ford Lost Cherry style.
Comparison
| Flavia Cherry Illusion | Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 7.2/10 · 1 review | 7.5/10 · 1 review |
| Longevity | 6.8/10 | 7.0/10 |
| Projection | 6.5/10 | 6.5/10 |
| Scent accuracy | 7.4/10 | 8.0/10 |
| Value for money | 8.0/10 | 8.5/10 |
| Price | £25 | £20 |
| Concentration | EDP | EDP |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Inspired by | Tom Ford Lost Cherry | Tom Ford Lost Cherry |
Notes Comparison
Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.
Flavia Cherry Illusion
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Shared Notes
8 shared notes.
How the notes differ
Flavia Cherry Illusion lists Cherry, Cedar, Cinnamon, Clove, Patchouli and Tonka Bean that Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love does not.
Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love lists Black Cherry, Griotte Syrup, Plum, Roasted Tonka Bean, Cedarwood and Benzoin that Flavia Cherry Illusion does not.
Accords, vibes and occasions
Main accords
Flavia Cherry Illusion
Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love
Both share Vanilla, Rose, Cherry and Bitter. Flavia Cherry Illusion also lists Patchouli, Cinnamon and Sour. Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love also lists Sweet, Floral, Gourmand, Fruity, Smoky and Nutty.
Vibes
Flavia Cherry Illusion
Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love
Both share Warm, Modern and Gourmand. Flavia Cherry Illusion also lists Dark. Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love also lists Sweet, Bold, Playful, Intense and Luxurious.
Occasions
Flavia Cherry Illusion
Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love
Both share Signature and Evening. Flavia Cherry Illusion also lists Cooler weather. Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love also lists Social, Autumn and Winter.
Performance
Flavia Cherry Illusion
Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love
Flavia Cherry Illusion lists Long lasting, Skin scent and Performs well. Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love lists Linear.
Style lane
Flavia Cherry Illusion
Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love
Flavia Cherry Illusion lists Fruity floral. Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love lists Fruity gourmand.
Quick verdict
- Longevity: Wins Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love (7.0/10)
- Projection: Tie (6.5/10)
- Scent accuracy: Wins Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love (8.0/10)
- Value for money: Wins Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love (8.5/10)
- Price: Wins Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love (£20)
Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love leads on longevity, scent accuracy, value for money and lower price. They are level on projection.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Flavia Cherry Illusion has 1 community review and Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love has 1.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper, Flavia Cherry Illusion or Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love?
Flavia Cherry Illusion costs £25 and Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love costs £20, so Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love is £5 cheaper.
Which lasts longer, Flavia Cherry Illusion or Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love?
Atlas ratings give Flavia Cherry Illusion 6.8 out of 10 for longevity and Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love 7.0 out of 10, so Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love rates higher.
Which projects more, Flavia Cherry Illusion or Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love?
Atlas ratings give Flavia Cherry Illusion 6.5 out of 10 for projection and Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love 6.5 out of 10, so they rate the same.
Which is closer to Tom Ford Lost Cherry, Flavia Cherry Illusion or Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love?
Atlas ratings give Flavia Cherry Illusion 7.4 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love 8.0 out of 10, so Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love rates higher.
Which is better value, Flavia Cherry Illusion or Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love?
Atlas ratings give Flavia Cherry Illusion 8.0 out of 10 for value for money and Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love 8.5 out of 10, so Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love rates higher.
What notes do Flavia Cherry Illusion and Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love share?
They share 8 notes: Bitter Almond, Cherry Liqueur, Jasmine Sambac, Turkish Rose, Peru Balsam, Sandalwood, Vetiver and Vanilla.
Which occasions suit Flavia Cherry Illusion and Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love?
Flavia Cherry Illusion is tagged for Signature, Evening and Cooler weather. Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love is tagged for Signature, Evening, Social, Autumn and Winter.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.
Compare with the original
- Tom Ford Lost Cherry vs Flavia Cherry Illusion
- Tom Ford Lost Cherry vs Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love