Question 1

What's the difference between The Finest and Promise?

Accepted Answer

The Finest is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from The Fragrance Kitchen (2013) dominated by Oud accords. Promise is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2017) leaning on Woody accords. They share 2 accords: Woody, Rose.

Question 2

Which is better, The Finest or Promise?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, The Finest scores 4.20/5 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 The Finest and Promise smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 2 accords, including Woody, Rose, 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, The Finest 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 The Finest vs Promise?

Accepted Answer

The Finest scores highest for all seasons wear; Promise scores highest for winter wear. The Finest leans daytime, Promise leans evening.

The Finest vs Promise

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (1)

Unique to The Finest (5)

Unique to Promise (10)

Shared Accords (2)

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Attribute	The Finest	Promise
Brand	The Fragrance Kitchen	Frederic Malle
Year	2013	2017
Rating	4.20	4.21
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	8	12