Question 1

What's the difference between No. 40 and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

No. 40 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from The Fragrance Design Studio (2014) dominated by Green 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: Aromatic, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, No. 40 or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, No. 40 scores 4.71/5 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 No. 40 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, No. 40 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 No. 40 vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

No. 40 scores highest for all seasons wear; Carnal Flower scores highest for all seasons wear. No. 40 leans daytime, Carnal Flower leans daytime.

No. 40 vs Carnal Flower

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Μοναδικές στο Carnal Flower (12)

Κοινά ακόρντα (2)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Carnal Flower

Θετικό

Αρνητικό

Χαρακτηριστικό	No. 40	Carnal Flower
Οίκος	The Fragrance Design Studio	Frederic Malle
Έτος	2014	2005
Βαθμολογία	4.71	4.16
Συγκέντρωση	—	—
Φύλο	feminine	feminine
Σύνολο νοτών	0	12