Question 1

What's the difference between Incidental Orris and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Incidental Orris is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Blackcliff Parfums (2023) 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 3 accords: Woody, Musky, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Incidental Orris or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Incidental Orris scores 3.58/5 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 Incidental Orris 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, Incidental Orris 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 Incidental Orris vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Incidental Orris scores highest for winter wear; Carnal Flower scores highest for all seasons wear. Incidental Orris leans daytime, Carnal Flower leans daytime.

Incidental Orris vs Carnal Flower

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Carnal Flower (12)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Carnal Flower

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Eigenschap	Incidental Orris	Carnal Flower
Merk	Blackcliff Parfums	Frederic Malle
Jaar	2023	2005
Beoordeling	3.58	4.16
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	0	12