Question 1

What's the difference between Carnelian and Bandit?

Accepted Answer

Carnelian is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Vartan Perfumes (2015) dominated by Warm Spicy accords. Bandit is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Robert Piguet (1944) leaning on Aromatic accords. They share 1 accord: Aromatic.

Question 2

Which is better, Carnelian or Bandit?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Carnelian scores 4.33/5 vs Bandit at 4.02/5. Bandit's standout strength: Leathery and dark character in vintage versions. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Carnelian and Bandit smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 1 accords, including Aromatic, Carnation, Vetiver, Amber. Bandit: La communauté considère le Bandit vintage comme un classique chypré cuir unique et audacieux, mais juge les reformulations modernes comme des versions décevantes de l'original.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Carnelian or Bandit?

Accepted Answer

Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Carnelian vs Bandit?

Accepted Answer

Carnelian scores highest for winter wear; Bandit scores highest for all seasons wear. Carnelian leans daytime, Bandit leans daytime.

Carnelian vs Bandit

Résumé de la comparaison

Notes communes (3)

Uniques à Carnelian (5)

Uniques à Bandit (19)

Accords communs (1)

Questions fréquentes

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — Bandit

Positif

Négatif

Attribut	Carnelian	Bandit
Marque	Vartan Perfumes	Robert Piguet
Année	2015	1944
Évaluation	4.33	4.02
Concentration	—	—
Genre	feminine	feminine
Total des notes	8	22