Question 1

What's the difference between Orris Wakan and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Orris Wakan is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2021) dominated by Powdery 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: Woody, Musky.

Question 2

Which is better, Orris Wakan or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Orris Wakan scores 4.01/5 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 Orris Wakan 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, Orris Wakan 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 Orris Wakan vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Orris Wakan scores highest for winter wear; Carnal Flower scores highest for all seasons wear. Orris Wakan leans daytime, Carnal Flower leans daytime.

Orris Wakan 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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常见问题

属性	Orris Wakan	Carnal Flower
品牌	Amouage	Frederic Malle
年份	2021	2005
评分	4.01	4.16
浓度	—	—
性别	feminine	feminine
香调总数	0	12