Question 1

What's the difference between Banana Oud and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Banana Oud is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Maie Piou (2024) dominated by Oud accords. Carnal Flower is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2005) leaning on Woody accords. They share 2 accords: Musky, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Banana Oud or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Banana Oud scores 3.64/5 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 Banana Oud and Carnal Flower smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Carnal Flower: Carnal Flower wird von der r/fragrance-Community überwiegend als Meisterwerk einer floralen Duftnote gefeiert, die sich durch einen einzigartigen, sinnlichen und erdigen Charakter auszeichnet.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Banana Oud 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 Banana Oud vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Banana Oud scores highest for winter wear; Carnal Flower scores highest for all seasons wear. Banana Oud leans evening, Carnal Flower leans daytime.

Banana Oud vs Carnal Flower

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Einzigartig für Carnal Flower (12)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (2)

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Community-Stimmungspuls — Carnal Flower

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Eigenschaft	Banana Oud	Carnal Flower
Marke	Maie Piou	Frederic Malle
Jahr	2024	2005
Bewertung	3.64	4.16
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	0	12