What's the difference between Aberdeen Lavender and Ambre Sultan?+
Aberdeen Lavender is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Creed (2014) dominated by Aromatic accords. Ambre Sultan is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Serge Lutens (1993) leaning on Amber accords. They share 3 accords: Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Woody.
Which is better, Aberdeen Lavender or Ambre Sultan?+
By community rating, Aberdeen Lavender scores 3.93/5 vs Ambre Sultan at 4.18/5. On r/fragrance, Aberdeen Lavender sits at 0.0/10 (mixed) while Ambre Sultan is 6.2/10 (mixed). 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 Aberdeen Lavender and Ambre Sultan smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Aberdeen Lavender: The provided Reddit thread does not contain any community opinions about Aberdeen Lavender by Creed. 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, Aberdeen Lavender or Ambre Sultan?+
Ambre Sultan: Long-lasting performance and good projection Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Aberdeen Lavender vs Ambre Sultan?+
Aberdeen Lavender scores highest for all seasons wear; Ambre Sultan scores highest for winter wear. Aberdeen Lavender leans daytime, Ambre Sultan leans evening.
