Question 1

What's the difference between Rude Oud and Promise?

Accepted Answer

Rude Oud is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Fragrance Du Bois (2024) dominated by Fruity 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: Fruity, Leather, Rose, Amber.

Question 2

Which is better, Rude Oud or Promise?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Rude Oud scores 3.92/5 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 Rude Oud and Promise smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including Fruity, Leather, Rose, Amber, Saffron. 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, Rude Oud 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 Rude Oud vs Promise?

Accepted Answer

Rude Oud scores highest for winter wear; Promise scores highest for winter wear. Rude Oud leans evening, Promise leans evening.

Rude Oud vs Promise

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (2)

Unice pentru Rude Oud (4)

Unice pentru Promise (9)

Acorduri comune (4)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Promise

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Rude Oud	Promise
Brand	Fragrance Du Bois	Frederic Malle
An	2024	2017
Evaluare	3.92	4.21
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	6	12