Question 1

What's the difference between Sol e Samba and Outlands?

Accepted Answer

Sol e Samba is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Birkholz (2025) dominated by Citrus accords. Outlands is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2024) leaning on Amber accords. They share 4 accords: Citrus, Woody, Aromatic, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Sol e Samba or Outlands?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Sol e Samba scores 4.06/5 vs Outlands at 4.32/5. Outlands's standout strength: Unique scent profile with beautiful amber/vanilla/patchouli combination. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Sol e Samba and Outlands smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Citrus, Woody, Aromatic, Warm Spicy, Cardamom. Outlands: The r/fragrance community has deeply divided opinions on Outlands.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Sol e Samba or Outlands?

Accepted Answer

Outlands: Excellent quality juice and performance Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Sol e Samba vs Outlands?

Accepted Answer

Sol e Samba scores highest for summer wear; Outlands scores highest for winter wear. Sol e Samba leans daytime, Outlands leans evening.

Sol e Samba vs Outlands

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (3)

Uniek voor Sol e Samba (8)

Uniek voor Outlands (22)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Outlands

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Sol e Samba	Outlands
Merk	Birkholz	Amouage
Jaar	2025	2024
Beoordeling	4.06	4.32
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	11	26