What's the difference between 1899 Hemingway and Ambre Sultan?+
1899 Hemingway is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Histoires de Parfums (2013) dominated by Fresh 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 6 accords: Fresh Spicy, Aromatic, Warm Spicy, Woody.
Which is better, 1899 Hemingway or Ambre Sultan?+
By community rating, 1899 Hemingway scores 4.30/5 vs Ambre Sultan at 4.18/5. On r/fragrance, 1899 Hemingway sits at 7.5/10 (positive) while Ambre Sultan is 6.2/10 (mixed). 1899 Hemingway's standout strength: Beautiful, prominent juniper note with cooling effect. 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.
Do 1899 Hemingway and Ambre Sultan smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. 1899 Hemingway: The fragrance community holds Terre d'Hermès Eau Givree in high regard for its distinctive, chilly juniper note and clean wearability. Ambre Sultan: Ambre Sultan is a divisive fragrance with a bold, spicy amber character that appeals to niche fragrance enthusiasts seeking non-vanilla options.
Which lasts longer, 1899 Hemingway or Ambre Sultan?+
1899 Hemingway: Limited longevity (3-4 hours reported by some) Ambre Sultan: Long-lasting performance and good projection Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits 1899 Hemingway vs Ambre Sultan?+
1899 Hemingway scores highest for fall wear; Ambre Sultan scores highest for winter wear. 1899 Hemingway leans daytime, Ambre Sultan leans evening.
