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Alexandra CarlinThe nose · 33 fragrances · also made Honour 43 Woman (2021)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Thameen · Sold as unisex
The Black Carnation
The quiet elegance of a softly lit study where warm spices and soft florals create an enveloping cocoon, blending the crispness of fresh mandarin with the richness of suede and sandalwood.
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The Black CarnationLuxury · $250+
57%Similar accords, often for lessAqua Allegoria Ylang & Vanille · GuerlainPremium tier, $100–250 · all 4 of its listed notes are in this one8 matches →How it wears
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Who Wears It
The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2024 by Thameen, The Black Carnation is a Floral fragrance for both women and men. Perfumer Alexandra Carlin has crafted this scent with a rich interplay of pistachio, mandarin orange, and carnation at the top, leading to a heart of ylang-ylang and jasmine. The base notes of vanilla, suede, and sandalwood create an enveloping warmth that feels both intimate and sophisticated.
The Black Carnation is not just a fragrance; it's a subtle exploration of contrasts — the freshness of citrus meets the richness of warm spices, while powdery florals blend seamlessly with woody undertones. This duality makes it a versatile choice for any occasion.
One or two sprays is sufficient — the top notes of pistachio and mandarin orange are bright but fleeting. The fragrance's heart and base notes develop gradually over time, so it’s best applied before an event to allow its full depth to emerge.
Fig. 01 — The Black Carnation, Thameen
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Alexandra Carlin
Literature translated into scentAlexandra Carlin is a French perfumer at Symrise who discovered her passion for perfumery at eighteen and trained at ISIPCA in Versailles, graduating in 2002.
Designer Thameen
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The originalThe Black CarnationThameen · Luxury · $250+Guerlain · 1999Aqua Allegoria Ylang & VanilleAll 4 of its listed notes are in this one$100–250★ 4.06 (580)53%Match
Chloé · 2012See By ChloeShares 5 of its 7 notes$100–250★ 3.71 (2,765)53%Match
Chanel · 2016Bois des Iles Eau de ParfumShares 5 of its 8 notes$100–250★ 4.25 (769)52%Match
Lolita Lempicka · 2014Elle L'aime A La FolieShares 5 of its 7 notes$40–100★ 4.04 (266)
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Adds fresh spicy, aromatic and earthy; shares three accords.
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What people
are saying.
Warmly received so far: loved by 64%, disliked or hated by 18%.