Question 1

What's the difference between Seljuk and Promise?

Accepted Answer

Seljuk is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Osmassino (2025) 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 4 accords: Woody, Leather, Amber, Musky.

Question 2

Which is better, Seljuk or Promise?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Seljuk scores 3.60/5 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 Seljuk and Promise smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including Woody, Leather, Amber, Musky, Patchouli. 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, Seljuk 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 Seljuk vs Promise?

Accepted Answer

Seljuk scores highest for all seasons wear; Promise scores highest for winter wear. Seljuk leans daytime, Promise leans evening.

Seljuk vs Promise

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (2)

Uniek voor Seljuk (22)

Uniek voor Promise (9)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

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Community-sentimentpuls — Promise

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Eigenschap	Seljuk	Promise
Merk	Osmassino	Frederic Malle
Jaar	2025	2017
Beoordeling	3.60	4.21
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	masculine	feminine
Totaal noten	24	12