Question 1

What's the difference between Hope and Promise?

Accepted Answer

Hope is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2024) 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 3 accords: Woody, Leather, Amber.

Question 2

Which is better, Hope or Promise?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Hope scores 4.14/5 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 Hope and Promise smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Leather, Amber, Pink Pepper. 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, Hope 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 Hope vs Promise?

Accepted Answer

Hope scores highest for winter wear; Promise scores highest for winter wear. Hope leans evening, Promise leans evening.

Hope vs Promise

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (1)

Uniek voor Hope (6)

Uniek voor Promise (10)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

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Community-sentimentpuls — Promise

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Eigenschap	Hope	Promise
Merk	Frederic Malle	Frederic Malle
Jaar	2024	2017
Beoordeling	4.14	4.21
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	7	12