Question 1

What's the difference between 1697 and Ambre Sultan?

Accepted Answer

1697 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frapin (2011) dominated by Warm Spicy accords. Ambre Sultan is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Serge Lutens (1993) leaning on Amber accords. They share 4 accords: Warm Spicy, Woody, Amber, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, 1697 or Ambre Sultan?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, 1697 scores 3.63/5 vs Ambre Sultan at 4.18/5. On r/fragrance, 1697 sits at 0.0/10 (mixed) while Ambre Sultan is 6.2/10 (mixed). Ambre Sultan's standout strength: Unique spicy amber profile with coriander and pepper notes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do 1697 and Ambre Sultan smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. 1697: Aucun avis communautaire sur Frapin 1697 n'a été trouvé dans la discussion Reddit fournie. Ambre Sultan: Ambre Sultan est un parfum clivant avec un caractère ambré épicé et audacieux qui plaît aux amateurs de niche cherchant des options sans vanille.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, 1697 or Ambre Sultan?

Accepted Answer

Ambre Sultan: Long-lasting performance and good projection Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits 1697 vs Ambre Sultan?

Accepted Answer

1697 scores highest for fall wear; Ambre Sultan scores highest for winter wear. 1697 leans evening, Ambre Sultan leans evening.

1697 vs Ambre Sultan

Résumé de la comparaison

Uniques à 1697 (17)

Accords communs (4)

Questions fréquentes

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — 1697

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — Ambre Sultan

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Négatif

Attribut	1697	Ambre Sultan
Marque	Frapin	Serge Lutens
Année	2011	1993
Évaluation	3.63	4.18
Concentration	—	—
Genre	feminine	feminine
Total des notes	17	0