Question 1

What's the difference between Montabaco Flor and Promise?

Accepted Answer

Montabaco Flor is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Ormonde Jayne (2024) 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 3 accords: Woody, Musky, Amber.

Question 2

Which is better, Montabaco Flor or Promise?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Montabaco Flor scores 4.03/5 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 Montabaco Flor and Promise smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Musky, Amber, 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, Montabaco Flor 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 Montabaco Flor vs Promise?

Accepted Answer

Montabaco Flor scores highest for all seasons wear; Promise scores highest for winter wear. Montabaco Flor leans daytime, Promise leans evening.

Montabaco Flor vs Promise

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (1)

Unique to Montabaco Flor (19)

Unique to Promise (10)

Shared Accords (3)

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Attribute	Montabaco Flor	Promise
Brand	Ormonde Jayne	Frederic Malle
Year	2024	2017
Rating	4.03	4.21
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	20	12