Question 1

What's the difference between Secret Encounter and Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Secret Encounter is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from The Gate Fragrances Paris (2018) dominated by Herbal accords. Carnal Flower is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2005) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Aromatic, White Floral, Musky, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Secret Encounter or Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Secret Encounter scores 3.97/5 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 Secret Encounter and Carnal Flower smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including Aromatic, White Floral, Musky, Woody, Jasmine. 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, Secret Encounter 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 Secret Encounter vs Carnal Flower?

Accepted Answer

Secret Encounter scores highest for fall wear; Carnal Flower scores highest for all seasons wear. Secret Encounter leans daytime, Carnal Flower leans daytime.

Secret Encounter vs Carnal Flower

对比摘要

共同香调（2）

Secret Encounter独有（9）

Carnal Flower独有（10）

共同主调（4）

常见问题

社区情绪脉搏 — Carnal Flower

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负面

属性	Secret Encounter	Carnal Flower
品牌	The Gate Fragrances Paris	Frederic Malle
年份	2018	2005
评分	3.97	4.16
浓度	—	—
性别	feminine	feminine
香调总数	11	12