Question 1

What's the difference between No.05 Kandilli and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

No.05 Kandilli is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Maison Louis Marie (2015) dominated by White Floral accords. Carnal Flower is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2005) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: White Floral, Tuberose, Woody, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, No.05 Kandilli or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, No.05 Kandilli scores 4.03/5 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 No.05 Kandilli and Carnal Flower smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including White Floral, Tuberose, Woody, Sweet, Ylang Ylang. 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, No.05 Kandilli 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 No.05 Kandilli vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

No.05 Kandilli scores highest for spring wear; Carnal Flower scores highest for all seasons wear. No.05 Kandilli leans daytime, Carnal Flower leans daytime.

No.05 Kandilli vs Carnal Flower

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (3)

Unique to No.05 Kandilli (2)

Unique to Carnal Flower (9)

Shared Accords (4)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Carnal Flower

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Attribute	No.05 Kandilli	Carnal Flower
Brand	Maison Louis Marie	Frederic Malle
Year	2015	2005
Rating	4.03	4.16
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	5	12