Question 1

What's the difference between Petit Bonheur and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Petit Bonheur is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Parfums Sophiste (2012) 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, Sweet, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Petit Bonheur or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Petit Bonheur scores 3.53/5 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 Petit Bonheur 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, Petit Bonheur 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 Petit Bonheur vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Petit Bonheur scores highest for spring wear; Carnal Flower scores highest for all seasons wear. Petit Bonheur leans daytime, Carnal Flower leans daytime.

Petit Bonheur vs Carnal Flower

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Petit Bonheur (5)

Uniek voor Carnal Flower (12)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Carnal Flower

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Eigenschap	Petit Bonheur	Carnal Flower
Merk	Parfums Sophiste	Frederic Malle
Jaar	2012	2005
Beoordeling	3.53	4.16
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	5	12