Frédéric Malle 2017 Edp

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Promise

by Dominique Ropion

Frédéric Malle Promise is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Dominique Ropion. The fragrance opens with Apple, Rosemary, Saffron, and Clove, settles into a heart of Rose, and dries down to a base of Castoreum, Labdanum, Patchouli, and Cypriol Oil Or Nagarmotha.

Our verdict on Promise: Acquired

Promise is a divisive, beast-mode rose and apple combo with an earthy, animalic kick that splits opinion. You'll either adore its bold, luxurious depth or find it overwhelmingly harsh and challenging.
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Luxurious
  • Energetic
  • Warm
Promise Eau de Parfum bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 3%
Floral 31%
Fruity 8%
Green 9%
Sweet 16%
Warm 18%
Woody 12%
Earthy 14%
Animalic 12%
Fresh 15%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Promise is a powerful scent with immense longevity and sillage, making it far too overwhelming for office environments but perfect for special occasions. Its luxurious, complex profile and beastly performance suit formal events and colder weather dates where it can truly shine.

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About

This is a daring composition that opens with a tart, almost boozy green apple, sharply contrasted by aromatic rosemary and spicy pink pepper. The heart unfurls a rich, unadulterated rose, not sweet or jammy, but deep and raw. This floral core is quickly encircled by an intense, woody-earthy base of cypriol and patchouli, underpinned by a distinct, intriguing animalic castoreum and labdanum warmth that gives it a leathery, almost asphalt-like edge.