What's the difference between 401 cedar, candied plum, vanilla and Ambre Sultan?+
401 cedar, candied plum, vanilla is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Bon Parfumeur (2017) dominated by Woody accords. Ambre Sultan is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Serge Lutens (1993) leaning on Amber accords. They share 5 accords: Woody, Amber, Balsamic, Warm Spicy.
Which is better, 401 cedar, candied plum, vanilla or Ambre Sultan?+
By community rating, 401 cedar, candied plum, vanilla scores 3.96/5 vs Ambre Sultan at 4.18/5. On r/fragrance, 401 cedar, candied plum, vanilla sits at 6.5/10 (mixed) while Ambre Sultan is 6.2/10 (mixed). 401 cedar, candied plum, vanilla's standout strength: Well-balanced sweetness that doesn't become cloying. 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 401 cedar, candied plum, vanilla and Ambre Sultan smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. 401 cedar, candied plum, vanilla: The community discussion does not contain substantial direct commentary on Bon Parfumeur 401 specifically. 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, 401 cedar, candied plum, vanilla or Ambre Sultan?+
401 cedar, candied plum, vanilla: Good longevity and performance for the price point Ambre Sultan: Long-lasting performance and good projection Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits 401 cedar, candied plum, vanilla vs Ambre Sultan?+
401 cedar, candied plum, vanilla scores highest for fall wear; Ambre Sultan scores highest for winter wear. 401 cedar, candied plum, vanilla leans daytime, Ambre Sultan leans evening.
