House of EM5 2025

Promise

WoodyIndianUnisexEau de Parfum

Opens with Apple, Pink Pepper, Black Currant, and Bergamot lending an immediate elegance deepening through a woody heart of Rose, Jasmine, Patchouli, and Clary Sage over a dry, grounded base of Amber, Vanilla, Musk, and Cedar.

The bloodline

PromiseFrédéric MalleStrong

This bottle carries the Promise DNA. Shares 7 notes with the original.

applebergamotpink pepperrosepatchouliamber+1 more

Climate fit

Cool & Cold Best in winter and evenings, can feel heavy in peak Indian summer.

Should you buy it?

Close to the original, test before buying both

Shares most of its notes with Promise by Frédéric Malle. If you already own it, this may feel redundant.

Wear in
fall
winter
Wear for
evening
formal
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Promise bottle

Sample bottle, not actual product

Scent DNA

Accord profile

What your nose reads first

FloralFreshAromaticBalsamicBitterCamphoraceousCitrusFruity

Longevity

9h

Sillage

Strong

Launched

2025

Alternatives

What this fragrance is similar to

The pyramid.

TTop
First impression, 10–20 min
HHeart
Core character, 2–4 hours
BBase
Lasting drydown, 6–12+ hours

FAQ

Straight answers to the questions people actually ask.

Yes. Promise is widely considered inspired by Frederic Malle Promise, following the same direction at a fraction of the price.

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