Question 1

What's the difference between Madras Cardamom and Promise?

Accepted Answer

Madras Cardamom is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Ermenegildo Zegna (2019) dominated by Warm Spicy accords. Promise is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2017) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Woody, Amber, Earthy, Musky.

Question 2

Which is better, Madras Cardamom or Promise?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Madras Cardamom scores 4.40/5 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 Madras Cardamom and Promise smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Woody, Amber, Earthy, Musky, Pink Pepper. Promise: Promise est largement acclamée comme un chef-d'œuvre de fragrance rose avec un caractère exceptionnel et une unicité remarquable, gagnant une forte fidélité de la part des collectionneurs de parfums novices et expérimentés.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Madras Cardamom 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 Madras Cardamom vs Promise?

Accepted Answer

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

Madras Cardamom vs Promise

Résumé de la comparaison

Notes communes (3)

Uniques à Madras Cardamom (6)

Uniques à Promise (8)

Accords communs (4)

Questions fréquentes

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — Promise

Positif

Négatif

Attribut	Madras Cardamom	Promise
Marque	Ermenegildo Zegna	Frederic Malle
Année	2019	2017
Évaluation	4.40	4.21
Concentration	—	—
Genre	masculine	feminine
Total des notes	9	12