Carnelian vs Bandit

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.

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.

They share 3 notes and 1 accords, including Aromatic, Carnation, Vetiver, Amber. Bandit: The community holds vintage Bandit in high regard as a unique, skank-forward leather-chypre classic, but considers modern reformulations to be disappointing shadows of the original.

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

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