Question 1

What's the difference between Message in a Bottle and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Message in a Bottle is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Mark Buxton (2015) dominated by White 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: White Floral, Woody, Musky.

Question 2

Which is better, Message in a Bottle or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Message in a Bottle scores 3.94/5 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 Message in a Bottle 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, Message in a Bottle 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 Message in a Bottle vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Message in a Bottle scores highest for all seasons wear; Carnal Flower scores highest for all seasons wear. Message in a Bottle leans daytime, Carnal Flower leans daytime.

Message in a Bottle vs Carnal Flower

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Carnal Flower (12)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Carnal Flower

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Eigenschap	Message in a Bottle	Carnal Flower
Merk	Mark Buxton	Frederic Malle
Jaar	2015	2005
Beoordeling	3.94	4.16
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	0	12