Promesse Eau de Parfum bottle Promesse
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2005 Year 1997
££ Price Tier £
Hot Eau de Parfum bottle Hot

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Our Verdict - Promesse Eau de Parfum
A bittersweet symphony for many, Promesse is a much-missed fruity floral that perfectly captured its era. Once a youthful crowd-pleaser, its current inflated price and propensity to turn are a sad reality for those nostalgic for its charm.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Hot Eau de Parfum
A divisive scent for sure. It's affordable, nostalgic, and for many, a dead ringer for Chanel Allure. Others find it thin, synthetic, or just plain unpleasant. Your mileage will definitely vary with this one.
Favourite

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 16% 19%
Floral 29% 23%
Fruity 15% 11%
Green 3% 4%
Sweet 25% 25%
Warm 4% 4%
Woody 16% 19%
Earthy 4% 7%
Animalic 11% 5%
Fresh 12% 15%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Promesse EdP
Hot EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Mandarin 31% vs 26%
Bergamot 29% vs 20%
Only in Promesse Eau de Parfum
Blackberry 39%
Only in Hot Eau de Parfum
Rosewood 30% Lemon 24%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 30% vs 25%
Only in Promesse Eau de Parfum
Orchid 42% Violet 27%
Shared Notes
Musk 27% vs 14%
Sandalwood 25% vs 22%
Cedar 25% vs 12%
Amber 21% vs 15%
Only in Hot Eau de Parfum
Vanilla 23% Oakmoss 12%

Accords

Promesse Eau de Parfum Hot Eau de Parfum
100%
Citrus
85%
80%
Woody
100%
97%
Powdery
87%
89%
Fruity
50%
88%
Floral
80%
Sweet
52%
Vanilla
62%
61%
White Floral
58%
58%
Musky
Balsamic
54%
Iris
49%
Amber
46%
Citrus shared
100%
85%
Woody shared
80%
100%
Powdery shared
97%
87%
Fruity shared
89%
50%
88%
Sweet shared
80%
52%
62%
White Floral shared
61%
58%
58%
54%
49%
46%

Performance

Promesse Eau de Parfum Hot Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Promesse Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate sillage and fruity-floral character make it acceptable for casual wear and dates, but it's generally too light and sweet for formal settings. While some found it strong, most reviews indicated a soft projection, making it suitable for daytime but less impactful for evenings.

Hot Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate sillage and warm, comforting accords make it versatile for casual wear and dates. While some find it office-appropriate, its sweetness and potential for poor longevity mean it might need reapplication, making it less ideal for formal settings or sports.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
90%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
91%
Accord
71%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Powdery, Citrus accords and Mandarin, Jasmine notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

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