Ambre Sultan

Ambre Sultan by Serge Lutens is a deeply introspective, smoky amber fragrance with a powerful and brooding character. It opens with a dry, spicy, and aromatic wave of sage, oregano, laurel, and coriander, creating an intense, almost medicinal impression that can feel overwhelming. This initial phase is characteristically rich and dense, evoking an oriental bazaar in warm weather. Over time, the spicy elements soften and settle into a warm, resinous core anchored by ambraceous notes, thickened with tree resins, myrrh, and benzoin. As it develops, the aroma becomes more rounded, integrating a dry, powdery vanilla that balances the sharpness of the resins. The drydown is deeply smoky and warm, with lingering notes of sandalwood and aromatic herbs. The fragrance is intense, with a striking presence that can be both intimate and commanding, depending on application and climate. It feels most complete and resonant in warm weather or on heated skin, where its layers unfold fully. Its character is unisex, though some perceive it as leaning slightly masculine due to its depth and mineralic facets. It is not a sweet or gourmand scent, but rather one deeply connected to earth and ancient rituals.