Question 1

What's the difference between Secret Encounter and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Secret Encounter is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from The Gate Fragrances Paris (2018) dominated by Herbal accords. Carnal Flower is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2005) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Aromatic, White Floral, Musky, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Secret Encounter or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Secret Encounter scores 3.97/5 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 Secret Encounter and Carnal Flower smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including Aromatic, White Floral, Musky, Woody, Jasmine. 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, Secret Encounter 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 Secret Encounter vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Secret Encounter scores highest for fall wear; Carnal Flower scores highest for all seasons wear. Secret Encounter leans daytime, Carnal Flower leans daytime.

Secret Encounter לעומת Carnal Flower

סיכום ההשוואה

תווי ריח משותפים (2)

ייחודי לSecret Encounter (9)

ייחודי לCarnal Flower (10)

אקורדים משותפים (4)

שאלות נפוצות

דופק הסנטימנט הקהילתי — Carnal Flower

חיובי

שלילי

מאפיין	Secret Encounter	Carnal Flower
מותג	The Gate Fragrances Paris	Frederic Malle
שנה	2018	2005
דירוג	3.97	4.16
ריכוז	—	—
מגדר	feminine	feminine
סך תווי ריח	11	12