Question 1

What's the difference between Colette 19 and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Colette 19 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Le Labo (2017) dominated by Citrus accords. Carnal Flower is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2005) leaning on Woody accords. They share 1 accord: Aromatic.

Question 2

Which is better, Colette 19 or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Colette 19 scores 4.27/5 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 Colette 19 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, Colette 19 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 Colette 19 vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Colette 19 scores highest for spring wear; Carnal Flower scores highest for all seasons wear. Colette 19 leans daytime, Carnal Flower leans daytime.

Colette 19 vs Carnal Flower

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Carnal Flower (12)

Gedeelde akkoorden (1)

Community-sentimentpuls — Carnal Flower

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Veelgestelde vragen

Eigenschap	Colette 19	Carnal Flower
Merk	Le Labo	Frederic Malle
Jaar	2017	2005
Beoordeling	4.27	4.16
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	0	12