Question 1

What's the difference between Garden and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Garden is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from MCMC Fragrances (2013) dominated by Aromatic accords. Carnal Flower is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2005) leaning on Woody accords. They share 1 accord: Aromatic.

Question 2

Which is better, Garden or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Garden scores 3.71/5 vs Carnal Flower at 4.16/5. Carnal Flower's standout strength: Beautiful, evocative floral with a distinctive dirty/smoky character. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Garden and Carnal Flower smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Carnal Flower: Carnal Flower is overwhelmingly praised by the r/fragrance community as a masterpiece floral fragrance with a unique dirty, sensual character.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Garden or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Carnal Flower: Versatile across seasons and occasions with excellent longevity Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Garden vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Garden scores highest for spring wear; Carnal Flower scores highest for all seasons wear. Garden leans daytime, Carnal Flower leans daytime.

Garden vs Carnal Flower

Comparison Summary

Unique to Carnal Flower (12)

Shared Accords (1)

Community Sentiment Pulse — Carnal Flower

Positive

Negative

Frequently asked questions

Attribute	Garden	Carnal Flower
Brand	MCMC Fragrances	Frederic Malle
Year	2013	2005
Rating	3.71	4.16
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	0	12