Question 1

What's the difference between Ambresso and Promise?

Accepted Answer

Ambresso is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Grande (2024) dominated by Amber accords. Promise is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2017) leaning on Woody accords. They share 2 accords: Amber, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Ambresso or Promise?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Ambresso scores 4.50/5 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 Ambresso and Promise smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 2 accords, including Amber, Woody, Rose, Labdanum, Castoreum. 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, Ambresso 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 Ambresso vs Promise?

Accepted Answer

Ambresso scores highest for winter wear; Promise scores highest for winter wear. Ambresso leans evening, Promise leans evening.

Ambresso vs Promise

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (4)

Unique to Ambresso (25)

Unique to Promise (7)

Shared Accords (2)

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Attribute	Ambresso	Promise
Brand	Grande	Frederic Malle
Year	2024	2017
Rating	4.50	4.21
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	29	12