Question 1

What's the difference between 2015 Le Phénix and Promise?

Accepted Answer

2015 Le Phénix is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Les Bains Guerbois (2018) dominated by Woody accords. Promise is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2017) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Woody, Amber, Patchouli, Leather.

Question 2

Which is better, 2015 Le Phénix or Promise?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, 2015 Le Phénix scores 3.76/5 vs Promise at 4.21/5. Promise's standout strength: Unique and distinctive rose fragrance with no actual oud. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do 2015 Le Phénix and Promise smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 4 accords, including Woody, Amber, Patchouli, Leather, Patchouli. Promise: Promise is widely praised as a masterpiece rose fragrance with exceptional character and uniqueness, earning strong loyalty from both new and experienced fragrance collectors.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, 2015 Le Phénix or Promise?

Accepted Answer

Promise: Not office-appropriate for some due to projection Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits 2015 Le Phénix vs Promise?

Accepted Answer

2015 Le Phénix scores highest for all seasons wear; Promise scores highest for winter wear. 2015 Le Phénix leans daytime, Promise leans evening.

2015 Le Phénix vs Promise

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (1)

Unique to 2015 Le Phénix (7)

Unique to Promise (10)

Shared Accords (4)

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Attribute	2015 Le Phénix	Promise
Brand	Les Bains Guerbois	Frederic Malle
Year	2018	2017
Rating	3.76	4.21
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	8	12