Question 1

What's the difference between Believing and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Believing is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Phuong Dang (2016) dominated by Floral 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: Sweet, White Floral, Aromatic.

Question 2

Which is better, Believing or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Believing scores 3.61/5 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 Believing and Carnal Flower smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 3 accords, including Sweet, White Floral, Aromatic, Bergamot, 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, Believing 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 Believing vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Believing scores highest for all seasons wear; Carnal Flower scores highest for all seasons wear. Believing leans daytime, Carnal Flower leans daytime.

Believing vs Carnal Flower

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (3)

Uniek voor Believing (18)

Uniek voor Carnal Flower (9)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Carnal Flower

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Believing	Carnal Flower
Merk	Phuong Dang	Frederic Malle
Jaar	2016	2005
Beoordeling	3.61	4.16
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	21	12