Question 1

What's the difference between Be a Flame and 1881?

Accepted Answer

Be a Flame is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from City Parfum (undated) dominated by Vanilla accords. 1881 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Cerruti (1995) leaning on Powdery accords. They share 4 accords: Powdery, Woody, White Floral, Aromatic.

Question 2

Which is better, Be a Flame or 1881?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Be a Flame scores 4.00/5 vs 1881 at 3.86/5. 1881's standout strength: Excellent longevity and performance, lasts all day. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Be a Flame and 1881 smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 4 accords, including Powdery, Woody, White Floral, Aromatic, Sandalwood. 1881: The r/fragrance community has a strong positive consensus on Cerruti 1881, praising its clean floral profile, exceptional longevity, and unbeatable price point.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Be a Flame or 1881?

Accepted Answer

1881: Excellent longevity and performance, lasts all day Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Be a Flame vs 1881?

Accepted Answer

Be a Flame scores highest for summer wear; 1881 scores highest for spring wear. Be a Flame leans daytime, 1881 leans daytime.

Be a Flame vs 1881

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (4)

Uniek voor Be a Flame (5)

Uniek voor 1881 (17)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — 1881

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Be a Flame	1881
Merk	City Parfum	Cerruti
Jaar	—	1995
Beoordeling	4.00	3.86
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	9	23