Promesse
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2005 | Year | 2023 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Jour 3
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
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.
This one's a quiet charmer, a unisex woody-musk that's easy to live with but still feels a bit special. It's not a shouty statement, more a gentle, comforting presence for times when you just want to smell good.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 16% | 15% |
| Floral | 29% | 17% |
| Fruity | 15% | 11% |
| Green | 3% | 3% |
| Sweet | 25% | 18% |
| Warm | 4% | 8% |
| Woody | 16% | 22% |
| Earthy | 4% | 10% |
| Animalic | 11% | 17% |
| Fresh | 12% | 13% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
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.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its soft projection and clean, musky-woody character make it ideal for office wear and casual settings, ensuring it won't offend. It's too subtle for a grand formal event and not fresh enough for strenuous activity.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Citrus, Fresh Spicy accords and Violet, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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