Question 1

What's the difference between Sombre and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Sombre is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Strangers Parfumerie (2019) 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 2 accords: White Floral, Tuberose.

Question 2

Which is better, Sombre or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Sombre scores 1.97/5 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 Sombre 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, Sombre 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 Sombre vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Sombre scores highest for winter wear; Carnal Flower scores highest for all seasons wear. Sombre leans evening, Carnal Flower leans daytime.

Sombre vs Carnal Flower

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Carnal Flower (12)

Gedeelde akkoorden (2)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Carnal Flower

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Eigenschap	Sombre	Carnal Flower
Merk	Strangers Parfumerie	Frederic Malle
Jaar	2019	2005
Beoordeling	1.97	4.16
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	0	12