Question 1

What's the difference between Gabon and Promise?

Accepted Answer

Gabon is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Optico Profumo (2018) 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, Patchouli, Earthy.

Question 2

Which is better, Gabon or Promise?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Gabon scores 4.00/5 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 Gabon and Promise smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Patchouli, Earthy, Saffron, Labdanum. Promise: Promise es ampliamente elogiado como una fragancia de rosa magistral con carácter excepcional y singularidad, ganando una fuerte lealtad tanto de coleccionistas nuevos como experimentados.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Gabon 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 Gabon vs Promise?

Accepted Answer

Gabon scores highest for fall wear; Promise scores highest for winter wear. Gabon leans evening, Promise leans evening.

Gabon vs Promise

Resumen de la comparación

Notas compartidas (3)

Exclusivas de Gabon (9)

Exclusivas de Promise (8)

Acordes compartidos (3)

Preguntas frecuentes

Pulso del sentimiento de la comunidad — Promise

Positivo

Negativo

Atributo	Gabon	Promise
Marca	Optico Profumo	Frederic Malle
Año	2018	2017
Valoración	4.00	4.21
Concentración	—	—
Género	feminine	feminine
Total de notas	12	12