Question 1

What's the difference between #003 Carpenter and By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

#003 Carpenter is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from HUNQ (2021) dominated by Woody accords. By the Fireplace is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Maison Martin Margiela (2015) leaning on Woody accords. They share 5 accords: Woody, Warm Spicy, Powdery, Amber.

Question 2

Which is better, #003 Carpenter or By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, #003 Carpenter scores 3.82/5 vs By the Fireplace at 4.22/5. By the Fireplace's standout strength: Unique and distinctive scent profile. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do #003 Carpenter and By the Fireplace smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 5 accords, including Woody, Warm Spicy, Powdery, Amber, Musky. By the Fireplace: By the Fireplace receives mixed community sentiment, with users recognizing it as a distinctive fragrance that works best in specific contexts.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, #003 Carpenter or By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits #003 Carpenter vs By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

#003 Carpenter scores highest for fall wear; By the Fireplace scores highest for winter wear. #003 Carpenter leans daytime, By the Fireplace leans evening.

#003 Carpenter vs By the Fireplace

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (1)

Unique to #003 Carpenter (11)

Unique to By the Fireplace (8)

Shared Accords (5)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — By the Fireplace

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Attribute	#003 Carpenter	By the Fireplace
Brand	HUNQ	Maison Martin Margiela
Year	2021	2015
Rating	3.82	4.22
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	13	9