Question 1

What's the difference between Maine and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Maine is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from MCMC Fragrances (2009) dominated by Rose accords. Carnal Flower is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2005) leaning on Woody accords. They share 1 accord: Aromatic.

Question 2

Which is better, Maine or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Maine scores 3.68/5 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 Maine 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, Maine 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 Maine vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

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

Maine vs Carnal Flower

Rezumatul comparației

Unice pentru Carnal Flower (12)

Acorduri comune (1)

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Carnal Flower

Pozitiv

Negativ

Întrebări frecvente

Atribut	Maine	Carnal Flower
Brand	MCMC Fragrances	Frederic Malle
An	2009	2005
Evaluare	3.68	4.16
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	0	12