Question 1

What's the difference between Paradise Lost and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Paradise Lost is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Keiko Mecheri (2011) dominated by Citrus accords. Carnal Flower is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2005) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: White Floral, Woody, Tuberose, Musky.

Question 2

Which is better, Paradise Lost or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Paradise Lost scores 3.91/5 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 Paradise Lost and Carnal Flower smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 4 accords, including White Floral, Woody, Tuberose, Musky, Bergamot. 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, Paradise Lost 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 Paradise Lost vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Paradise Lost scores highest for summer wear; Carnal Flower scores highest for all seasons wear. Paradise Lost leans daytime, Carnal Flower leans daytime.

Paradise Lost vs Carnal Flower

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (4)

Uniek voor Paradise Lost (3)

Uniek voor Carnal Flower (8)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Carnal Flower

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Eigenschap	Paradise Lost	Carnal Flower
Merk	Keiko Mecheri	Frederic Malle
Jaar	2011	2005
Beoordeling	3.91	4.16
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	7	12