Question 1

What's the difference between Far from the Madding Crowd and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Far from the Madding Crowd is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Sarah Baker Perfumes (2020) dominated by Woody accords. Carnal Flower is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2005) leaning on Woody accords. They share 2 accords: Woody, Aromatic.

Question 2

Which is better, Far from the Madding Crowd or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Far from the Madding Crowd scores 3.92/5 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 Far from the Madding Crowd 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, Far from the Madding Crowd 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 Far from the Madding Crowd vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Far from the Madding Crowd scores highest for spring wear; Carnal Flower scores highest for all seasons wear. Far from the Madding Crowd leans daytime, Carnal Flower leans daytime.

Far from the Madding Crowd vs Carnal Flower

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Carnal Flower (12)

Gedeelde akkoorden (2)

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Community-sentimentpuls — Carnal Flower

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Eigenschap	Far from the Madding Crowd	Carnal Flower
Merk	Sarah Baker Perfumes	Frederic Malle
Jaar	2020	2005
Beoordeling	3.92	4.16
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	0	12