Question 1

What's the difference between No. 05 and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

No. 05 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from The Fragrance Design Studio (2013) 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 1 accord: Musky.

Question 2

Which is better, No. 05 or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, No. 05 scores 3.83/5 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 No. 05 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, No. 05 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 No. 05 vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

No. 05 scores highest for spring wear; Carnal Flower scores highest for all seasons wear. No. 05 leans daytime, Carnal Flower leans daytime.

No. 05 vs Carnal Flower

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Uniek voor Carnal Flower (12)

Gedeelde akkoorden (1)

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Eigenschap	No. 05	Carnal Flower
Merk	The Fragrance Design Studio	Frederic Malle
Jaar	2013	2005
Beoordeling	3.83	4.16
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	0	12