Question 1

What's the difference between Orris Wakan and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Orris Wakan is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2021) dominated by Powdery 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: Woody, Musky.

Question 2

Which is better, Orris Wakan or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Orris Wakan scores 4.01/5 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 Orris Wakan and Carnal Flower smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. 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, Orris Wakan 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 Orris Wakan vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Orris Wakan scores highest for winter wear; Carnal Flower scores highest for all seasons wear. Orris Wakan leans daytime, Carnal Flower leans daytime.

Orris Wakan vs Carnal Flower

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Einzigartig für Carnal Flower (12)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (2)

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Community-Stimmungspuls — Carnal Flower

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Eigenschaft	Orris Wakan	Carnal Flower
Marke	Amouage	Frederic Malle
Jahr	2021	2005
Bewertung	4.01	4.16
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	0	12