Is Oakcha Akimbo a dupe of Creed Aventus for Her?
Aventus for Her EDP
| EDP | Concentration | Extrait |
| F | Gender | U |
| 2016 | Year | - |
| £££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Akimbo Extrait
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Aventus for Her
- Akimbo
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper divisive scent. Some reckon it's a bold, confident statement for the 'boss lady', others find it screechy, masculine-leaning, and overpriced, smelling like anything from cleaning products to old-lady perfume. Definitely try before you buy, as Creed's pricing is no joke.
Divisive and bold, Akimbo is an animalic powerhouse that's definitely not a safe blind buy. Expect a strong, long-lasting scent that will get you noticed, for better or worse.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Blackcurrant
26%
vs
24%
Rose
23%
vs
39%
Peach
21%
vs
24%
Apple
21%
vs
21%
Styrax
20%
vs
26%
Bergamot
18%
vs
21%
Amber
18%
vs
33%
Ylang-Ylang
16%
vs
18%
Pink Pepper
14%
vs
37%
Apple
21%
vs
21%
Bergamot
18%
vs
21%
Pink Pepper
14%
vs
37%
Violet Leaf
19%
Blackcurrant
26%
vs
24%
Peach
21%
vs
24%
Amber
18%
vs
33%
Ylang-Ylang
16%
vs
18%
Lilac
17%
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its fresh and clean profile makes it suitable for office and casual wear, though its strong projection means a lighter hand is best in professional settings. While some find it sexy, many reviews point to its 'boss lady' or even masculine vibe, making it less of a classic date or formal choice. It's not designed for sport due to its rich accords.
Seasons
An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.
Occasions
This scent boasts strong sillage and long-lasting performance, making it less suitable for an office environment. Its complex, animalic nature and opulent feel make it perfect for date nights or formal events where you want to make a statement, but it's a bit much for casual wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 9 of its 15 notes, including Amber, Bergamot, Rose
Adds lemon and lilac, drops mysore sandalwood and violet leaf
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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