Quick Verdict

Le Labo Another 13 is the better all-rounder perfume. Its ambroxan-heavy scent offers a clean, skin-like aura that works year-round, on any gender, for almost any occasion. Tom Ford Lost Cherry is a more polarizing, boozy-cherry gourmand that creates instant intimacy but can feel cloying in heat or formal settings. I give the edge to Another 13 for versatility and longevity, but Lost Cherry is undeniable for romance. Neither is cheap, so check current price before committing.

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Scent Profile Compared

Tom Ford Lost Cherry opens with a tart, syrupy black cherry note, immediately sweetened by bitter almond and a hint of cherry liqueur. The heart reveals a boozy Kirsch accord with Turkish rose and jasmine sambac, while the dry-down settles into tonka bean, Peru balsam, sandalwood, and cinnamon. It’s a rich, almost edible gourmand with a dark, boozy twist.

Le Labo Another 13 is a minimalist masterpiece. Its opening bursts with synthetic-musk top notes (iso E Super and ambroxan) alongside a ghostly pear note. The heart brings jasmine absolute and moss, but the real story is the dry-down: ambergris, tonka, and synthetic clean musk. It’s barely there at first but blooms into a warm, salty, slightly sweet skin scent. It smells different on everyone, addictive and impossibly close to human skin.

Verdict on scent: Lost Cherry is a bold statement; Another 13 is a whisper. If you want to stand out, go Lost Cherry. If you want to be smelled up close, go Another 13.

Longevity and Sillage

Tom Ford Lost Cherry lasts 6-8 hours on my skin, with moderate to heavy projection for the first 2 hours before fading to a close skin scent. On clothes, it can linger for a day. The sillage is noticeable but not overwhelming, you’ll get compliments within arm’s reach.

Le Labo Another 13 is a beast in its own way. It lasts 8-10 hours on skin, with a soft to moderate projection. The initial spray can feel faint, but it develops over 15 minutes and projects a warm, salty cloud about a foot around you. On fabric, it lasts 12+ hours. Because of its ambroxan base, it creates a ‘halo effect’ that people notice when you move.

Verdict on longevity: Another 13 wins on duration and consistent sillage; Lost Cherry has a more explosive start but fades faster.

Best Occasions and Seasons

Tom Ford Lost Cherry is perfect for cool-weather evenings: date nights, cocktail parties, romantic dinners, or clubbing. The boozy, sweet profile feels cloying in summer humidity or daytime heat. It demands attention and intimacy.

Le Labo Another 13 is incredibly versatile. Wear it to the office, on a casual brunch, during summer heat, or even to bed. Its clean, skin-like scent is non-offensive and works year-round. It’s a top ‘your skin but better’ fragrance for daily wear.

Verdict on occasions: Lost Cherry is a special-occasion knockout; Another 13 is the everyday hero.

Price and Value

Both are luxury pricing (check current price on Amazon to compare). Lost Cherry typically costs more per ml due to its complex raw materials and Tom Ford cachet. Another 13 offers more juice for the money in the 100ml size. For value, Another 13 gives you more wear time per spritz and more daily use, making it a smarter investment. Lost Cherry is a splurge for those who love the scent more than the utility.

Which Should You Buy?

Buy Tom Ford Lost Cherry if you want a seductive, conversation-starting gourmand for fall/winter date nights and you’re after a recognizable signature scent. Perfect for romantic evenings when you want to be remembered.

Buy Le Labo Another 13 if you prefer a subtle, magnetic, clean scent that works daily, in any season, for any occasion. Ideal for people who want to smell like themselves, but better, and who value longevity and versatility.

If you can afford only one, Another 13 is the better all-rounder. But if your budget allows, owning both covers every base.