Question 1

What's the difference between Clary Fig and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Clary Fig is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Carl Kling Parfums (2023) 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 4 accords: Aromatic, Musky, Woody, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Clary Fig or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Clary Fig scores 4.23/5 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 Clary Fig and Carnal Flower smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 4 accords, including Aromatic, Musky, Woody, Sweet, Musk. 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, Clary Fig 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 Clary Fig vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Clary Fig scores highest for spring wear; Carnal Flower scores highest for all seasons wear. Clary Fig leans daytime, Carnal Flower leans daytime.

Clary Fig vs Carnal Flower

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (1)

Uniek voor Clary Fig (6)

Uniek voor Carnal Flower (11)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Carnal Flower

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Eigenschap	Clary Fig	Carnal Flower
Merk	Carl Kling Parfums	Frederic Malle
Jaar	2023	2005
Beoordeling	4.23	4.16
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	7	12