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    Fantasque vs. Carrera (original)

    Clearly related
    New comparison

    Fantasque rates higher with the community.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Fantasque vs. Carrera (original)
    FantasqueCarrera (original)
    ConcentrationCologneEau de Toilette
    Launched19821988
    GenderFemaleMale
    Best seasonFallSpring

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Fantasque

    Woody
    Fresh
    Earthy
    White Floral
    Powdery
    Mossy
    Green
    Warm Spicy

    Carrera (original)

    Aromatic
    Fresh Spicy
    Woody
    Lavender
    Musky
    Warm Spicy
    Powdery
    Citrus

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    AldehydesCitrusesGreen NotesPearRosewoodSpicy Notes
    LavenderBergamotCorianderRosemary
    Heart
    Ylang-YlangOrris RootJasmineRoseLily of the Valley
    GingerAniseCloveJasmine
    Base
    OakmossSandalwoodCedarwoodMuskVetiverAmberPatchouli
    MuskCedarTonka BeanSandalwoodOakmossLeather

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Fantasque vs. Carrera (original)
    FantasqueCarrera (original)
    Score4/53.5/5
    Longevity6-10 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagemoderatemoderate

    No varnish

    Real talk

    Fantasque delivers aldehydic pear softness with a vintage French elegance that lingers close to the skin. This 1982 chypre whispers its presence, offering a refined character that stays with you.Fantasque
    The anise will either pull you in or make you leave the counter. That's not a warning. That's the point. This one plays a different game entirely, offering an alternative to the louder approaches.Carrera (original)