Question 1

What's the difference between Chypre du Nord and Promise?

Accepted Answer

Chypre du Nord is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Bortnikoff (2020) dominated by Mossy 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, Musky, Earthy, Leather.

Question 2

Which is better, Chypre du Nord or Promise?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Chypre du Nord scores 4.37/5 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 Chypre du Nord and Promise smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. 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, Chypre du Nord 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 Chypre du Nord vs Promise?

Accepted Answer

Chypre du Nord scores highest for fall wear; Promise scores highest for winter wear. Chypre du Nord leans evening, Promise leans evening.

Chypre du Nord vs Promise

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Chypre du Nord (10)

Uniek voor Promise (11)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Promise

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Chypre du Nord	Promise
Merk	Bortnikoff	Frederic Malle
Jaar	2020	2017
Beoordeling	4.37	4.21
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	10	12