Question 1

What's the difference between Banana Oud and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Banana Oud is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Maie Piou (2024) dominated by Oud 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: Musky, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Banana Oud or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Banana Oud scores 3.64/5 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 Banana Oud 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, Banana Oud 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 Banana Oud vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

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

Banana Oud vs Carnal Flower

对比摘要

Carnal Flower独有（12）

共同主调（2）

社区情绪脉搏 — Carnal Flower

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属性	Banana Oud	Carnal Flower
品牌	Maie Piou	Frederic Malle
年份	2024	2005
评分	3.64	4.16
浓度	—	—
性别	feminine	feminine
香调总数	0	12