Carven L'Absolu
CarvenEau de Parfum2015
Side by side
Carven L'Absolu vs. La Petite Robe Noire
Is Carven L'Absolu better than La Petite Robe Noire?
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
Gender alignment
Mood overlap
Iris
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 Carven L'Absolu and La Petite Robe Noire?
| Carven L'Absolu | La Petite Robe Noire | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2015 | 2012 |
| Gender | Female | Female |
| Perfumer | Francis Kurkdjian | Thierry Wasser |
| Best season | Fall | Fall |
Scent DNA
How do Carven L'Absolu and La Petite Robe Noire smell?
Carven L'Absolu
Woody
White Floral
Yellow Floral
Patchouli
Citrus
Tuberose
Powdery
Amber
La Petite Robe Noire
Sweet
Cherry
Fruity
Almond
Nutty
Soft Spicy
Vanilla
Rose
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Carven L'Absolu and La Petite Robe Noire share?
Top
Ylang-YlangMandarin Orange
Sour CherryLemonAlmondRed BerriesBergamot
Heart
JasmineTuberoseIris
LicoriceCherryRoseTea
Base
Patchouli LeafLabdanumSandalwood
VanillaStar AniseAniseTonka BeanAmberMuskPatchouliIris
Notes both fragrances share
Shared note families
Floral Notes
JasmineYlang-YlangTuberoseIris
RoseIris
Where they fit
When and where do Carven L'Absolu and La Petite Robe Noire work?
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Community taste
Which performs better, Carven L'Absolu or La Petite Robe Noire?
| Carven L'Absolu | La Petite Robe Noire | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about Carven L'Absolu and La Petite Robe Noire?
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
The cherry-almond opening is unapologetically sweet, but the rose-tea heart keeps it from tipping into childish. It's the little black dress of perfumes, simple concept, endless occasions.La Petite Robe Noire
The hunt
Where to buy Carven L'Absolu and La Petite Robe Noire
| Carven L'Absolu | La Petite Robe Noire | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 oz | — | $25.95fragranceshop |
| 50ml | — | $46.89fragrancenet |
| 3.4 oz | — | $44.95fragranceshop |
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