Question 1

What's the difference between Oriental Woods and Carlisle?

Accepted Answer

Oriental Woods is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Parfums Vintage (2020) dominated by Vanilla accords. Carlisle is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Parfums de Marly (2015) leaning on Vanilla accords. They share 5 accords: Vanilla, Warm Spicy, Woody, Fresh Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Oriental Woods or Carlisle?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Oriental Woods scores 4.54/5 vs Carlisle at 4.37/5. Carlisle's standout strength: Excellent longevity, lasts throughout the day and into the next. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Oriental Woods and Carlisle smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 5 accords, including Vanilla, Warm Spicy, Woody, Fresh Spicy, Sweet. Carlisle: Carlisle is a divisive fragrance within the community - those who enjoy it praise its artistic complexity, excellent longevity, and bridge between European and Middle Eastern perfumery styles.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Oriental Woods or Carlisle?

Accepted Answer

Carlisle: Excellent longevity, lasts throughout the day and into the next Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Oriental Woods vs Carlisle?

Accepted Answer

Oriental Woods scores highest for fall wear; Carlisle scores highest for winter wear. Oriental Woods leans evening, Carlisle leans evening.

Oriental Woods vs Carlisle

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (2)

Unique to Oriental Woods (6)

Unique to Carlisle (8)

Shared Accords (5)

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Community Sentiment Pulse — Carlisle

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Attribute	Oriental Woods	Carlisle
Brand	Parfums Vintage	Parfums de Marly
Year	2020	2015
Rating	4.54	4.37
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	8	10