Question 1

What's the difference between Portrait and Rare Carbon?

Accepted Answer

Portrait is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Afnan (2023) dominated by Amber accords. Rare Carbon is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Afnan (2020) leaning on Leather accords. They share 3 accords: Woody, Leather, Animalic.

Question 2

Which is better, Portrait or Rare Carbon?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Portrait scores 4.40/5 vs Rare Carbon at 4.16/5. On r/fragrance, Portrait sits at 6.5/10 (mixed) while Rare Carbon is 5.2/10 (mixed). Portrait's standout strength: Dense, rich chocolate note with fruity undertones. Rare Carbon's standout strength: Affordable price point ($33). The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Portrait and Rare Carbon smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 6 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Leather, Animalic, Vetiver, Rose. Portrait: Afnan Portrait Revival received minimal but positive mentions as a chocolate-forward fragrance with fruity-floral qualities. Rare Carbon: Afnan Rare Carbon is a polarizing budget Ombre Leather dupe with significant quality variation among users.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Portrait or Rare Carbon?

Accepted Answer

Portrait: Good projection and longevity Rare Carbon: Decent longevity for the cost Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Portrait vs Rare Carbon?

Accepted Answer

Portrait scores highest for all seasons wear; Rare Carbon scores highest for winter wear. Portrait leans daytime, Rare Carbon leans evening.

Portrait vs Rare Carbon

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (6)

Unice pentru Portrait (3)

Unice pentru Rare Carbon (5)

Acorduri comune (3)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Portrait

Pozitiv

Negativ

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Rare Carbon

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Portrait	Rare Carbon
Brand	Afnan	Afnan
An	2023	2020
Evaluare	4.40	4.16
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	masculine
Total note	9	11