Question 1

What's the difference between Desert Caravan and Promise?

Accepted Answer

Desert Caravan is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from The Gate Fragrances Paris (2018) dominated by Citrus 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, Amber, Rose.

Question 2

Which is better, Desert Caravan or Promise?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Desert Caravan scores 4.00/5 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 Desert Caravan and Promise smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Amber, Rose, Rose, 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, Desert Caravan 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 Desert Caravan vs Promise?

Accepted Answer

Desert Caravan scores highest for winter wear; Promise scores highest for winter wear. Desert Caravan leans evening, Promise leans evening.

Desert Caravan vs Promise

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (3)

Unique to Desert Caravan (11)

Unique to Promise (8)

Shared Accords (3)

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Attribute	Desert Caravan	Promise
Brand	The Gate Fragrances Paris	Frederic Malle
Year	2018	2017
Rating	4.00	4.21
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	15	12