Question 1

What's the difference between Fil d'Or No2 and Promise?

Accepted Answer

Fil d'Or No2 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Laurent Mazzone Parfums (2024) dominated by Rose 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: Rose, Woody, Amber.

Question 2

Which is better, Fil d'Or No2 or Promise?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Fil d'Or No2 scores 3.93/5 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 Fil d'Or No2 and Promise smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 3 accords, including Rose, Woody, Amber, Rose, Labdanum. 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, Fil d'Or No2 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 Fil d'Or No2 vs Promise?

Accepted Answer

Fil d'Or No2 scores highest for fall wear; Promise scores highest for winter wear. Fil d'Or No2 leans evening, Promise leans evening.

Fil d'Or No2 vs Promise

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (3)

Unique to Fil d'Or No2 (8)

Unique to Promise (8)

Shared Accords (3)

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Attribute	Fil d'Or No2	Promise
Brand	Laurent Mazzone Parfums	Frederic Malle
Year	2024	2017
Rating	3.93	4.21
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	11	12