AppleOpens with
Bulgarian RoseHeart
Cypriol Oil or NagarmothaDries down to
Dominique RopionThe nose · 344 fragrances · also made La Nuit de L'Homme Bleu Électrique (2021)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Frederic Malle · Sold as unisex
Promise
A dimly lit study filled with the scent of old books and polished wood, where the floral notes blend seamlessly into the earthy background.
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PromiseLuxury · $250+
42%Similar accords, often for lessAmeer · Lattafa PerfumesBudget tier, under $40 · shares 6 of its 10 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Promise by Frederic Malle was launched in 2017 and is a creation of perfumer Dominique Ropion. This Oriental Floral fragrance for women and men opens with the bright freshness of apple and pink pepper, immediately giving way to the herbal notes of rosemary and saffron. The heart, rich with Bulgarian and Turkish roses, provides an elegant floral center that contrasts beautifully against the earthy warmth of patchouli and cypriol oil. As it develops, Promise reveals a complex blend of spices like cloves and labdanum, complemented by musky accords of castoreum and ambroxan, creating a deep and enveloping base.
Given its strong sillage and long-lasting nature, one or two sprays are sufficient to carry Promise through the day. It projects well from skin but maintains a comforting closeness that makes it perfect for evening wear when you want a scent to linger.
Fig. 01 — Promise, Frederic Malle
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Dominique Ropion
The master of power and poetryDominique Ropion is one of the great perfumers of the modern era — a creator whose work bridges the gap between technical mastery and pure artistic expression.
“I had the idea of adding an exceptional quantity of Turkish rose.”
Dominique Ropion · Frédéric Malle / Nose interview
The Promise line
2 fragrances, compared side by side
Designer Frederic Malle
More from the house · founded 2000 · France
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What people
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 59%, disliked or hated by 13%.