Sultan bottle Sultan
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- Year 2017
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Vanhera Eau de Parfum bottle Vanhera

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Sultan
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Vanhera
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Sultan
Sultan is the Arabian cheapie everyone's banging on about, but the performance is a real mixed bag. Some reckon it's a beast, others say it fades faster than a shy bloke's attempt at flirting. If you get a good batch, it's a fresh, woody winner that punches way above its price point.
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Our Verdict - Vanhera
This one is a real Marmite scent, polarising opinion with its intense synthetic amber and pepper. Some find it a screeching chemical bomb, a migraine in a bottle, while others adore its unique, non-gourmand spicy vanilla warmth. Sample first, your nose will thank you.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 12% 5%
Floral 3% 3%
Fruity 1% 1%
Green 9% 1%
Sweet 16% 23%
Warm 21% 31%
Woody 34% 30%
Earthy 2% 5%
Animalic 10% 10%
Fresh 18% 11%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Sultan
Vanhera EdP

Notes

Accords

Sultan Vanhera
100%
Woody
100%
83%
Aromatic
48%
65%
Warm Spicy
79%
Vanilla
72%
67%
Fresh Spicy
58%
Amber
65%
64%
Powdery
58%
55%
Musky
55%
54%
Citrus
50%
Woody shared
100%
100%
Aromatic shared
83%
48%
Warm Spicy shared
65%
79%
72%
Fresh Spicy shared
67%
58%
65%
Powdery shared
64%
58%
Musky shared
55%
55%
Citrus shared
54%
50%

Performance

Sultan Vanhera
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Sultan

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

Its fresh and clean profile, coupled with often light projection for some batches, makes it suitable for casual wear, office settings (if applied lightly), and even sport. The woody and spicy elements, however, keep it from being a top choice for very formal occasions. Its affordability also makes it a popular choice for 'workhorse' and everyday use.

Vanhera

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its bold, warm spicy, and amber-heavy profile, coupled with strong projection for many, makes it less ideal for office wear where discretion is key. The sensual and mysterious vibe is perfect for dates and evening events, while its unique character can suit casual wear for those who want to make a statement.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
89%
Olfactory
92%
Notes
90%
Accord
83%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Warm Spicy, Fresh Spicy accords and Sandalwood, Musk notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Sultan
Vanhera
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