Floating Candles vs L'orpheline

Floating Candles is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Dark Tales (2024) dominated by Amber accords. L'orpheline is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Serge Lutens (2014) leaning on Musky accords. They share 6 accords: Amber, Smoky, Balsamic, Warm Spicy.

By community rating, Floating Candles scores 4.14/5 vs L'orpheline at 4.04/5. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. L'orpheline: Die bereitgestellten Gemeinschaftsmeinungen enthalten keine Diskussionen über „L'orpheline" von Serge Lutens.

Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Floating Candles scores highest for fall wear; L'orpheline scores highest for fall wear. Floating Candles leans evening, L'orpheline leans daytime.