Question 1

What's the difference between Past / Presence and Ambre Sultan?

Accepted Answer

Past / Presence is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Roads (2015) dominated by Green 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: Vanilla, Amber, Aromatic, Fresh Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Past / Presence or Ambre Sultan?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Past / Presence scores 4.53/5 vs Ambre Sultan at 4.18/5. 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 Past / Presence and Ambre Sultan smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. 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, Past / Presence 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 Past / Presence vs Ambre Sultan?

Accepted Answer

Past / Presence scores highest for spring wear; Ambre Sultan scores highest for winter wear. Past / Presence leans daytime, Ambre Sultan leans evening.

Past / Presence vs Ambre Sultan

Résumé de la comparaison

Uniques à Past / Presence (4)

Accords communs (4)

Questions fréquentes

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — Ambre Sultan

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Attribut	Past / Presence	Ambre Sultan
Marque	Roads	Serge Lutens
Année	2015	1993
Évaluation	4.53	4.18
Concentration	—	—
Genre	feminine	feminine
Total des notes	4	0