Question 1

What's the difference between The Maj and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

The Maj is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from House of Matriarch (2012) dominated by Woody 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: Woody, Aromatic, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, The Maj or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, The Maj scores 3.87/5 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 The Maj 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, The Maj 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 The Maj vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

The Maj scores highest for fall wear; Carnal Flower scores highest for all seasons wear. The Maj leans daytime, Carnal Flower leans daytime.

The Maj vs Carnal Flower

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Carnal Flower (12)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Carnal Flower

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Eigenschap	The Maj	Carnal Flower
Merk	House of Matriarch	Frederic Malle
Jaar	2012	2005
Beoordeling	3.87	4.16
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	0	12