Question 1

What's the difference between Manaqua and Promise?

Accepted Answer

Manaqua is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Darkbeat Parfums (2019) dominated by Aromatic 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: Musky, Woody, Fruity.

Question 2

Which is better, Manaqua or Promise?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Manaqua scores 4.30/5 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 Manaqua and Promise smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Musky, Woody, Fruity, Rosemary. 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, Manaqua 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 Manaqua vs Promise?

Accepted Answer

Manaqua scores highest for spring wear; Promise scores highest for winter wear. Manaqua leans daytime, Promise leans evening.

Manaqua vs Promise

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Κοινές νότες (1)

Μοναδικές στο Manaqua (6)

Μοναδικές στο Promise (10)

Κοινά ακόρντα (3)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Promise

Θετικό

Αρνητικό

Χαρακτηριστικό	Manaqua	Promise
Οίκος	Darkbeat Parfums	Frederic Malle
Έτος	2019	2017
Βαθμολογία	4.30	4.21
Συγκέντρωση	—	—
Φύλο	feminine	feminine
Σύνολο νοτών	7	12