What's the difference between Lui and Ambre Sultan?+
Lui is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Guerlain (2017) dominated by Warm Spicy 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: Warm Spicy, Vanilla, Amber, Woody.
Which is better, Lui or Ambre Sultan?+
By community rating, Lui scores 4.18/5 vs Ambre Sultan at 4.18/5. On r/fragrance, Lui sits at 6.2/10 (mixed) while Ambre Sultan is 6.2/10 (mixed). Lui's standout strength: Soft and powdery character. 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 Lui and Ambre Sultan smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Lui: Lui by Guerlain is a soft, powdery leather fragrance with an interesting vanilla and clove composition that works well in cooler weather. 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, Lui or Ambre Sultan?+
Ambre Sultan: Long-lasting performance and good projection Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Lui vs Ambre Sultan?+
Lui scores highest for fall wear; Ambre Sultan scores highest for winter wear. Lui leans evening, Ambre Sultan leans evening.
