Question 1

What's the difference between Purgatorio and Promise?

Accepted Answer

Purgatorio is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Tada Parfumeur (2023) dominated by Amber accords. Promise is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2017) leaning on Woody accords. They share 2 accords: Amber, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Purgatorio or Promise?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Purgatorio 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 Purgatorio and Promise smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 2 accords, including Amber, Woody, Labdanum. 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, Purgatorio 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 Purgatorio vs Promise?

Accepted Answer

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

Purgatorio vs Promise

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (1)

Unice pentru Purgatorio (12)

Unice pentru Promise (10)

Acorduri comune (2)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Promise

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Purgatorio	Promise
Brand	Tada Parfumeur	Frederic Malle
An	2023	2017
Evaluare	3.60	4.21
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	13	12