Question 1

What's the difference between Akiba and Squid?

Accepted Answer

Akiba is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Proad (2021) dominated by Aromatic accords. Squid is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Zoologist Perfumes (2019) leaning on Amber accords. They share 3 accords: Aromatic, Woody, Balsamic.

Question 2

Which is better, Akiba or Squid?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Akiba scores 3.62/5 vs Squid at 3.97/5. Squid's standout strength: Unique salty, briny oceanic scent profile. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Akiba and Squid smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Squid: Squid is a polarizing niche fragrance that successfully delivers on its oceanic, briny concept, but doesn't work well on all skin types—some find it transforms into unpleasant suntan lotion.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Akiba or Squid?

Accepted Answer

Squid: Good performance and longevity Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Akiba vs Squid?

Accepted Answer

Akiba scores highest for fall wear; Squid scores highest for fall wear. Akiba leans daytime, Squid leans evening.

Akiba vs Squid

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Akiba (10)

Uniek voor Squid (9)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Squid

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Eigenschap	Akiba	Squid
Merk	Proad	Zoologist Perfumes
Jaar	2021	2019
Beoordeling	3.62	3.97
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	10	9