Question 1

What's the difference between Afgano Puro and Promise?

Accepted Answer

Afgano Puro is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Sospiro Perfumes (2022) dominated by Tobacco accords. Promise is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2017) leaning on Woody accords. They share 3 accords: Woody, Musky, Patchouli.

Question 2

Which is better, Afgano Puro or Promise?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Afgano Puro scores 3.87/5 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 Afgano Puro and Promise smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Musky, Patchouli, 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, Afgano Puro 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 Afgano Puro vs Promise?

Accepted Answer

Afgano Puro scores highest for winter wear; Promise scores highest for winter wear. Afgano Puro leans evening, Promise leans evening.

Afgano Puro vs Promise

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (1)

Unique to Afgano Puro (5)

Unique to Promise (10)

Shared Accords (3)

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Attribute	Afgano Puro	Promise
Brand	Sospiro Perfumes	Frederic Malle
Year	2022	2017
Rating	3.87	4.21
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	6	12