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Ambre sultan

Eau de Parfum

« This amber only became a sultan once I had recomposed it: cistus, a herb that sticks to the fingers, a touch of tar… and, over it, vanilla. » — Serge Lutens
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AmberVanilla
Sillage
Noticeable
Gender
Unisex
Seasons
AutumnWinter
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Ambre sultan by Serge Lutens bottle with its spray

The story of Ambre sultan

Ambre sultan holds a place apart in Serge Lutens' body of work: that of the manifesto fragrance, born from a fragment of amber wax that was forgotten, then recomposed into a sovereign amber. On its own it embodies the modern oriental amber, a benchmark many have tried to equal without ever reaching it.

Its signature rests on a contrast: a green, bitter attack — coriander, oregano, bay leaf — giving way to a resinous, balsamic warmth. Myrrh, angelica and myrtle draw its heart; amber, vanilla, benzoin, resins, sandalwood and patchouli make up its dense, hedonistic base.

Composed by Christopher Sheldrake under the direction of Serge Lutens, Ambre sultan wears like a golden second skin — as fitting in the depths of winter as on evenings when you want to make an impression.

Expert tip

A Serge Lutens perfume favors, as far as possible, the use of top-quality raw materials of natural origin. They alone guarantee a true evolution of the perfume on the skin. Apply or spray* the perfume preferably directly on the skin and wait a few minutes, the time for the composition to develop its fullness and reveal itself in its most disturbing truth. At Serge Lutens, the essences always end up confessing themselves!

*Serge Lutens perfumes offer a dual option for applying the perfume: for purists, by applying with the finger (bottle cap)/for more convenience, by using a spray tip

The composition

Olfactory pyramid of Ambre sultan

Full ingredient list

ALCOHOL • PARFUM (FRAGRANCE) • AQUA (WATER) • AMYL CINNAMAL • BENZYL ALCOHOL • BENZYL BENZOATE • BENZYL CINNAMATE • BENZYL SALICYLATE • BHT • BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE • CI 14700 (RED 4) • CI 15985 (YELLOW 6) • CI 42053 (GREEN 3) • CINNAMYL ALCOHOL • CITRAL • CITRONELLOL • COUMARIN • ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE • EUGENOL • FARNESOL • GERANIOL • HEXYL CINNAMAL • ISOEUGENOL • LIMONENE • LINALOOL

At a glance

Olfactory profile of Ambre sultan

Families
AmberVanilla
Textures
BalsamiqueRésineux
Seasons
AutumnWinter
Sillage
Noticeable (3/4)
Gender
Unisex

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The house

SERGE LUTENS

Serge Lutens, born in 1942 in Lille, is a French artist of many talents: photographer, filmmaker, fashion architect and perfume creator. After early work in hairstyling and make-up, he collaborated with prestigious magazines such as Vogue. In 1980 he began a defining collaboration with Shiseido, shaping the brand's visual identity and launching iconic fragrances such as "Féminité du bois" in 1992. In 2000 he founded his own perfume house, Serge Lutens, offering unique, avant-garde olfactory creations. Deeply influenced by Marrakech, where he acquired a residence in 1974, he draws major inspiration from the city for his fragrances. Today, the Serge Lutens house is recognised for its artistic approach and its commitment to originality and quality.
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Your questions

Frequently asked questions about Ambre sultan

Is Ambre sultan for men or women?

Ambre sultan is a unisex fragrance, worn by women and men alike. Browse all our unisex fragrances.

What are the notes of Ambre sultan?

Top : Coriander, Oregano, Bay leaf. Heart : Myrrh, Angelica, Myrtle. Base : Amber, Resins, Sandalwood, Benzoin, Vanilla, Patchouli. Olfactory families : Amber, Vanilla.

How long does Ambre sultan last?

It is an eau de parfum, more concentrated than an eau de toilette and generally longer-lasting. Its sillage is rated “Noticeable” (3/4) in our olfactory profile. Actual wear also depends on your skin and the weather.

When should you wear Ambre sultan?

It is best suited to autumn and winter , according to our olfactory profile.

What sizes does Ambre sultan come in?

At Soleil d’Or, Ambre sultan comes in 50 ml and 100 ml.

Is Ambre sultan from Soleil d’Or authentic?

Yes. Founded in Lille in 1953, Parfumerie du Soleil d’Or is an authorised retailer of Serge Lutens: Ambre sultan is shipped new, in its original packaging, from our perfumery in Lille.

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Shipped from our perfumery in Lille, France.

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    • North America3–8 days
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    • Middle East4–6 days
    • Latin America5–8 days
    • French overseas territories5–12 days
    • Other destinations5–8 days

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