Question 1

What's the difference between Cuir de Chine and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Cuir de Chine is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Les Indemodables (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: Aromatic, White Floral, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Cuir de Chine or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Cuir de Chine scores 4.03/5 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 Cuir de Chine 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, Cuir de Chine 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 Cuir de Chine vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Cuir de Chine scores highest for fall wear; Carnal Flower scores highest for all seasons wear. Cuir de Chine leans daytime, Carnal Flower leans daytime.

Cuir de Chine vs Carnal Flower

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Carnal Flower (12)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Carnal Flower

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Eigenschap	Cuir de Chine	Carnal Flower
Merk	Les Indemodables	Frederic Malle
Jaar	2016	2005
Beoordeling	4.03	4.16
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	0	12