What's the difference between Comme des Garcons 2 and Ambre Sultan?+
Comme des Garcons 2 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Comme des Garcons (1999) 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 4 accords: Aromatic, Woody, Amber, Fresh Spicy.
Which is better, Comme des Garcons 2 or Ambre Sultan?+
By community rating, Comme des Garcons 2 scores 4.18/5 vs Ambre Sultan at 4.18/5. On r/fragrance, Comme des Garcons 2 sits at 6.5/10 (mixed) while Ambre Sultan is 6.2/10 (mixed). Comme des Garcons 2's standout strength: Distinctive aldehydic opening with prominent ink note. 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 Comme des Garcons 2 and Ambre Sultan smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Comme des Garcons 2: The r/fragrance community views CDG 2 as a distinctive niche fragrance with an interesting aldehydic-ink profile, but consensus suggests it has been reformulated for the worse over time. 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, Comme des Garcons 2 or Ambre Sultan?+
Ambre Sultan: Long-lasting performance and good projection Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Comme des Garcons 2 vs Ambre Sultan?+
Comme des Garcons 2 scores highest for fall wear; Ambre Sultan scores highest for winter wear. Comme des Garcons 2 leans daytime, Ambre Sultan leans evening.
