Question 1

What's the difference between Era and Chergui?

Accepted Answer

Era is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Memoize London (2018) dominated by Amber accords. Chergui is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Serge Lutens (2001) leaning on Amber accords. They share 2 accords: Amber, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, Era or Chergui?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Era scores 4.10/5 vs Chergui at 4.23/5. Chergui's standout strength: Unique powdery tobacco blend with pleasant hay notes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Era and Chergui smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Chergui: Chergui is a well-crafted but divisive fragrance with a distinctive powdery tobacco profile that appeals strongly to its admirers but isn't universally loved.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Era or Chergui?

Accepted Answer

Chergui: Excellent performance and longevity in cooler weather Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Era vs Chergui?

Accepted Answer

Era scores highest for fall wear; Chergui scores highest for fall wear. Era leans daytime, Chergui leans evening.

Era vs Chergui

Comparison Summary

Unique to Era (8)

Shared Accords (2)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Chergui

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Attribute	Era	Chergui
Brand	Memoize London	Serge Lutens
Year	2018	2001
Rating	4.10	4.23
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	8	0