Clouds Illusion
4160 TuesdaysEau de Parfum2019
Side by side
Clouds Illusion vs. Carven L'Absolu
Is Clouds Illusion better than Carven L'Absolu?
Two distinct takes on a related mood. The side by side below shows where they overlap and where they part ways.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Gender alignment
Sandalwood
powderyiriscitruswoody
This match is a verified relationship from our fragrance graph. The score weighs each fragrance's notes, accords, mood, occasion, weather fit, gender, and performance — the same scale as the badges on every “reminds of” rail.
The essentials
What's different between Clouds Illusion and Carven L'Absolu?
| Clouds Illusion | Carven L'Absolu | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2019 | 2015 |
| Gender | Unisex | Female |
| Perfumer | Sarah McCartney | Francis Kurkdjian |
| Best season | Fall | Fall |
Scent DNA
How do Clouds Illusion and Carven L'Absolu smell?
Clouds Illusion
Powdery
Iris
Vanilla
Citrus
Green
Fresh Spicy
Woody
Fresh
Carven L'Absolu
Woody
White Floral
Yellow Floral
Patchouli
Citrus
Tuberose
Powdery
Amber
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Clouds Illusion and Carven L'Absolu share?
Top
BergamotCitrus fruits
Ylang-YlangMandarin Orange
Heart
Orris RootVanillaHayNarcissusTonka Bean
JasmineTuberoseIris
Base
SandalwoodWhite ChocolateMusk
Patchouli LeafLabdanumSandalwood
Notes both fragrances share
Shared note families
Floral Notes
Narcissus
JasmineYlang-YlangTuberoseIris
Woody Notes
Sandalwood
Patchouli LeafSandalwood
Where they fit
When and where do Clouds Illusion and Carven L'Absolu work?
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Community taste
Which performs better, Clouds Illusion or Carven L'Absolu?
| Clouds Illusion | Carven L'Absolu | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
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What do reviewers say about Clouds Illusion and Carven L'Absolu?
This is the fragrance for people who keep a signature bottle but never actually buy one. Clouds Illusion wears like an expensive memory, powdery iris, vanilla warmth.Clouds Illusion
White florals can feel old-fashioned. This one doesn't. The patchouli and iris keep it modern, grounded, not sweet and powdery. The sillage is intimate by design.Carven L'Absolu
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