Question 1

What's the difference between Smeraldo and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Smeraldo is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Sylvaine Delacourte (2016) 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: Musky, Woody, Sweet, Aromatic.

Question 2

Which is better, Smeraldo or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Smeraldo scores 3.79/5 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 Smeraldo 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, Smeraldo 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 Smeraldo vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

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

Smeraldo vs Carnal Flower

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Smeraldo (10)

Uniek voor Carnal Flower (12)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Carnal Flower

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Smeraldo	Carnal Flower
Merk	Sylvaine Delacourte	Frederic Malle
Jaar	2016	2005
Beoordeling	3.79	4.16
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	10	12