Question 1

What's the difference between In The Shower and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

In The Shower is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Nonfiction (2020) dominated by Woody 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: Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, In The Shower or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, In The Shower scores 2.68/5 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 In The Shower 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, In The Shower 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 In The Shower vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

In The Shower scores highest for fall wear; Carnal Flower scores highest for all seasons wear. In The Shower leans daytime, Carnal Flower leans daytime.

In The Shower vs Carnal Flower

Comparison Summary

Unique to Carnal Flower (12)

Shared Accords (1)

Community Sentiment Pulse — Carnal Flower

Positive

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Frequently asked questions

Attribute	In The Shower	Carnal Flower
Brand	Nonfiction	Frederic Malle
Year	2020	2005
Rating	2.68	4.16
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	0	12