Question 1

What's the difference between Carbon Sapphire and Promise?

Accepted Answer

Carbon Sapphire is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Boadicea the Victorious (2019) 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, Rose, Amber, Earthy.

Question 2

Which is better, Carbon Sapphire or Promise?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Carbon Sapphire scores 4.61/5 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 Carbon Sapphire and Promise smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 4 accords, including Woody, Rose, Amber, Earthy, Rose. 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, Carbon Sapphire 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 Carbon Sapphire vs Promise?

Accepted Answer

Carbon Sapphire scores highest for fall wear; Promise scores highest for winter wear. Carbon Sapphire leans evening, Promise leans evening.

Carbon Sapphire vs Promise

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (4)

Unique to Carbon Sapphire (9)

Unique to Promise (7)

Shared Accords (4)

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Attribute	Carbon Sapphire	Promise
Brand	Boadicea the Victorious	Frederic Malle
Year	2019	2017
Rating	4.61	4.21
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	14	12