Question 1

What's the difference between Iris Gris and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Iris Gris is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Jacques Fath (1946) dominated by Powdery 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, White Floral, Aromatic.

Question 2

Which is better, Iris Gris or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Iris Gris scores 4.47/5 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 Iris Gris 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, Iris Gris 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 Iris Gris vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Iris Gris scores highest for summer wear; Carnal Flower scores highest for all seasons wear. Iris Gris leans daytime, Carnal Flower leans daytime.

Iris Gris vs Carnal Flower

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Carnal Flower (12)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Carnal Flower

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Eigenschap	Iris Gris	Carnal Flower
Merk	Jacques Fath	Frederic Malle
Jaar	1946	2005
Beoordeling	4.47	4.16
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	0	12