Question 1

What's the difference between Black Gardenia and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Black Gardenia is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Michele Bergman (undated) 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 1 accord: White Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Black Gardenia or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Black Gardenia scores 3.93/5 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 Black Gardenia 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, Black Gardenia 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 Black Gardenia vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

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

Black Gardenia vs Carnal Flower

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Einzigartig für Carnal Flower (12)

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Häufig gestellte Fragen

Eigenschaft	Black Gardenia	Carnal Flower
Marke	Michele Bergman	Frederic Malle
Jahr	—	2005
Bewertung	3.93	4.16
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	0	12