Question 1

What's the difference between Oriental Velours and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Oriental Velours is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Les Indemodables (2016) dominated by Aromatic accords. Carnal Flower is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2005) leaning on Woody accords. They share 3 accords: Aromatic, Woody, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Oriental Velours or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Oriental Velours scores 3.70/5 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 Oriental Velours 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, Oriental Velours 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 Oriental Velours vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Oriental Velours scores highest for fall wear; Carnal Flower scores highest for all seasons wear. Oriental Velours leans daytime, Carnal Flower leans daytime.

Oriental Velours vs Carnal Flower

Résumé de la comparaison

Uniques à Carnal Flower (12)

Accords communs (3)

Questions fréquentes

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — Carnal Flower

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Attribut	Oriental Velours	Carnal Flower
Marque	Les Indemodables	Frederic Malle
Année	2016	2005
Évaluation	3.70	4.16
Concentration	—	—
Genre	feminine	feminine
Total des notes	0	12