8 Cherry Perfumes That Will Help You Become a Master Flirt

Why we love it: Every master flirt needs a fragrance to match their playful energy, and no perfume does that better than Indecent Cherry. This multifaceted scent transforms from a coquettish wink to a full-on cherry pop as sweet and sour cherries blend with juicy strawberry before deepening into a musky-vanilla and amber-tinged haze that is hard to ignore. But seriously, I spritzed this at a coffee shop while writing this story and the person next to me immediately started chatting me up. Consider this the ultimate love potion, bottled.Key features at a glanceKey notesSweet cherry, strawberry, almondSizes1.7 and 0.25 oz. Why we love it: This luxe perfume arguably made sweet, succulent cherry notes go mainstream when it launched in 2018—and it might be the most well-known cherry scent of all time. While it's definitely on the syrupy side, it's not too sweet thanks to notes of bitter almond, sandalwood, and cedarwood that balance out the composition and give the overall scent a sensual depth.Key features at a glanceKey notesBlack cherry, tonka bean, almondSizes3.4, 1.7, 1, and 0.33 oz.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowWhy we love it: This mysterious cherry and tobacco-laced perfume is almost like a time machine in a bottle. A single spritz makes me feel like I’m stepping into a vintage sepia photograph, walking through the halls of the Hotel Chelsea in its heyday, and planning secret rendezvous with long-lost lovers. Saffron and cherries swirl together for a vibrant opening before smokey tobacco combines with iris for a finish that lays on skin like a delicate kiss.Key features at a glanceKey notesMorello cherry, saffron, tonkaSizes3.4 and 1.7 oz.Why we love it: Want to satisfy your sweet tooth in a pinch? A quick spritz Whipped Cherry will do the trick. This airy gourmand melds juicy cherry, pineapple, and coconut water with fluffy vanilla cream, almond blossom, and pralines for a refreshing take on the gourmand category that doesn’t feel cloying or overwhelming in the slightest.Key features at a glanceKey notesWild cherry, almond blossom, vanilla creamSizes3.4 and 0.34 oz.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowWhy we love it: Want a cherry perfume that’s a little warmer, woodier, and dare I say sexier? Lovefest Burning Cherry is what to grab. The full-bodied cherry and raspberry facets beautifully intertwine with caramelized praline, deep patchouli, and a touch of smokey palo santo. The resulting scent takes your nose on a journey—it’s a little sweet, a tad spicy, and completely captivating. Wear this on your next date night and your boo won’t be able to keep their hands off of you.Key features at a glanceKey notesBlack cherry, rose, palo santoSizes3.4 and 1.7 oz.Why we love it: While you should wear perfume because you love it, it also feels good to be told ‘you smell good.’ That’s basically guaranteed with Cherry Ambition, a bold and seductive potion that combines juicy cherries, ripe plums, spicy saffron, and a dash of vanilla. "It's not your standard, ultra-sweet or boozy cherry perfume; instead, it smells sophisticated and warm,” says Cosmo beauty editor, Beth Gillette.Key features at a glanceKey notesCherry, saffron, vaillaSizes1.7 oz.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowWhy we love it: Cherry’s inherent sweetness makes the fruity accord naturally smell a little feminine. However, the way it’s blended in Cherry Oud creates a much more androgynous aroma that’s extremely sexy, captivating, and has resulted my guy friends asking if they can borrow a spritz. The deep cherry is swirled with velvety rose as well of hints of rich oud wood and leather for a scent that evolves as the night goes on. This is also strong—I can still smell it on my clothes three days later.Key features at a glanceKey notesCherry, Turkish rose, oudSizes3.38 oz.How to choose the best cherry perfume for you:Find the right fragrance familyCherry is just one note to consider when selecting a new cherry perfume. Check the key notes in the fragrances you currently wear to get a better feel of what fragrance family you like. Does it contain woody notes like sandalwood and vetiver? White florals? Citrus? Vanilla? Keep an eye out for these notes as you shop for a new cherry perfume to get a better read on what you’re naturally drawn towards.Choose your bottle size wiselyThough it may be tempting to grab the smallest, least expensive bottle, you can save some serious cash by upgrading to a larger size. Splurging on something with a lower price per ounce will pay off in the long run.Not ready to commit? Grab a travel size of a few popular cherry scents to determine which is the best cherry perfume for you—or just to add a little variety to your life. Then treat yourself to a full-size bottle once you've found your fave.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowWhy trust ‘Cosmopolitan’?Mary Honkus is a beauty contributor for Cosmopolitan with over eight years of experience researching, writing, and editing beauty stories, including a guide to smelling expensive for cheap, and a full deep dive on the most expensive note in perfumery. She is an authority in all beauty categories, but has a sweet spot for fragrance with a collection of over 300 scents. While researching for this story, she tested dozens of cherry perfumes to bring you the most unique and captivating options.Sarah Maberry is a commerce writer for Hearst Magazines with over four years of experience researching and writing beauty stories. An authority in all beauty categories, she has an ever-expanding perfume collection (which includes many of the cherry perfumes featured in this story!) and a wealth of knowledge about fragrance families and notes. Her picks for the best cherry perfume were based on market research, recommendations from Cosmo beauty editors, and wear tests of over a dozen of the most popular cherry perfumes.Mary Honkus is a freelance writer who covers beauty, home, fashion, health, and wellness (just call her a jack of all trades!). She has held staff roles at Real Simple, People, and InStyle, and her bylines can be found in numerous other publications. When she's not testing the latest and greatest products, she can be found chilling on her Hell's Kitchen rooftop, checking out NYC's hottest new restaurants, or recording her podcast Good Trouble NYC. Follow her on Instagram.Sarah Maberry is a shopping editor at Hearst Magazines, covering fashion, beauty and pop culture. As a trend forecaster and fashion historian, she analyzes viral products and trends on a deeper level, helping readers find the best deals, gifts, and celebrity-worn items. When she’s not writing for ELLE, Harper’s BAZAAR, Town & Country, Esquire, Cosmopolitan and other publications, she can be found roaming the Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology (her alma mater) or sewing her own couture while she binge-watches reality TV.