Question 1

What's the difference between Hope and The Moon?

Accepted Answer

Hope is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2024) dominated by Oud accords. The Moon is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2019) leaning on Fruity accords. They share 4 accords: Oud, Woody, Leather, Amber.

Question 2

Which is better, Hope or The Moon?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Hope scores 4.14/5 vs The Moon at 4.25/5. The Moon's standout strength: Exceptional complexity and quality that justifies premium niche pricing. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Hope and The Moon smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Oud, Woody, Leather, Amber, Agarwood Oud . The Moon: The community consensus is highly positive, with The Moon widely regarded as one of the best oud fragrances ever made and a flagship niche fragrance that justifies its premium price.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Hope or The Moon?

Accepted Answer

The Moon: Outstanding longevity and projection Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Hope vs The Moon?

Accepted Answer

Hope scores highest for winter wear; The Moon scores highest for winter wear. Hope leans evening, The Moon leans evening.

Hope vs The Moon

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (3)

Unique to Hope (4)

Unique to The Moon (14)

Shared Accords (4)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — The Moon

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Attribute	Hope	The Moon
Brand	Frederic Malle	Frederic Malle
Year	2024	2019
Rating	4.14	4.25
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	7	17