What's the difference between Sable Nuit and Ambre Sultan?+
Sable Nuit is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Giorgio Armani (2021) dominated by Amber accords. Ambre Sultan is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Serge Lutens (1993) leaning on Amber accords. They share 6 accords: Amber, Woody, Warm Spicy, Vanilla.
Which is better, Sable Nuit or Ambre Sultan?+
By community rating, Sable Nuit scores 4.11/5 vs Ambre Sultan at 4.18/5. On r/fragrance, Sable Nuit sits at 7.8/10 (positive) while Ambre Sultan is 6.2/10 (mixed). Sable Nuit's standout strength: Beautiful amber fragrance with warm, comforting qualities. 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 Sable Nuit and Ambre Sultan smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Sable Nuit: Sable Nuit is viewed positively by the community as a beautiful amber fragrance with olibanum and vanilla notes that offers surprising versatility beyond its expected cooler-weather positioning. 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, Sable Nuit or Ambre Sultan?+
Ambre Sultan: Long-lasting performance and good projection Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Sable Nuit vs Ambre Sultan?+
Sable Nuit scores highest for fall wear; Ambre Sultan scores highest for winter wear. Sable Nuit leans evening, Ambre Sultan leans evening.
