Question 1

What's the difference between Aquarium and Comme des Garcons 2?

Accepted Answer

Aquarium is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Darkbeat Parfums (2021) dominated by Aromatic accords. Comme des Garcons 2 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Comme des Garcons (1999) leaning on Aromatic accords. They share 5 accords: Aromatic, Woody, Amber, Fresh Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Aquarium or Comme des Garcons 2?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Aquarium scores 4.12/5 vs Comme des Garcons 2 at 4.18/5. Comme des Garcons 2's standout strength: Distinctive aldehydic opening with prominent ink note. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Aquarium and Comme des Garcons 2 smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 5 accords, including Aromatic, Woody, Amber, Fresh Spicy, Citrus. Comme des Garcons 2: The r/fragrance community views CDG 2 as a distinctive niche fragrance with an interesting aldehydic-ink profile, but consensus suggests it has been reformulated for the worse over time.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Aquarium or Comme des Garcons 2?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Which season suits Aquarium vs Comme des Garcons 2?

Accepted Answer

Aquarium scores highest for summer wear; Comme des Garcons 2 scores highest for fall wear. Aquarium leans daytime, Comme des Garcons 2 leans daytime.

Aquarium vs Comme des Garcons 2

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (2)

Uniek voor Aquarium (12)

Uniek voor Comme des Garcons 2 (16)

Gedeelde akkoorden (5)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Comme des Garcons 2

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Eigenschap	Aquarium	Comme des Garcons 2
Merk	Darkbeat Parfums	Comme des Garcons
Jaar	2021	1999
Beoordeling	4.12	4.18
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	14	18