La Religieuse vs Ambre Sultan

La Religieuse by Serge Lutens receives positive sentiment from the fragrance community, appreciated by those who value artistic and distinctive niche fragrances. While specific detailed reviews are limited in these posts, the fragrance is mentioned favorably alongside other respected Serge Lutens offerings, though some male wearers may find it leaning feminine.

Ambre Sultan is a divisive fragrance with a bold, spicy amber character that appeals to niche fragrance enthusiasts seeking non-vanilla options. However, its prominent spice accords and savory qualities are polarizing, with some finding them poorly blended or unpleasant, and it often loses out in direct comparisons to alternatives like L'Air du Desert Marocain.