Quick answer
Love in Rome is a romantic, jasmine-forward floral, while Akimbo is a fruity-floral with a woody base. Choose Love in Rome for a classic, elegant scent and Akimbo for a fresh, playful vibe.
Scent Profile: Romantic vs. Playful
Love in Rome opens with black currant and pink pepper, leading to a lush jasmine heart and a warm vanilla-cashmeran base. It's a sophisticated floral that feels timeless and romantic.
Akimbo starts with green apple and violet leaf, then reveals a bouquet of rose and sandalwood, finishing with peach and amber. It's a brighter, more playful fruity-floral with a woody twist.
Longevity and Projection
Both are eau de parfum concentrations, so you can expect solid performance. Love in Rome's heavier base notes (cashmeran, guaiac wood) may give it a slight edge in longevity on skin. Akimbo's lighter top notes might feel more airy but still last well through a workday.
Trade-offs at a glance
- Love in Rome: A more traditional, elegant floral with a strong jasmine presence and a warm, vanilla-woody base. Best for date nights or formal occasions.
- Akimbo: A modern fruity-floral with a crisp apple opening and a creamy sandalwood-amber finish. Ideal for daytime wear and casual settings.
- Value: Love in Rome is $40.29 (compared to $62.95), while Akimbo is $35.67 (compared to $50.95). Both offer significant savings over comparable designer fragrances. If budget is a concern, Akimbo is the more affordable option, but Love in Rome offers a richer, more complex scent profile.
Product facts
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Love in Rome - 100 mL: Love in Rome features a jasmine trio (Sambac, Jasmine, Jasmine Tea) with a cashmeran and guaiac wood base. The rich jasmine heart gives a deep, romantic floral character, while the woody base adds warmth and longevity.
Love in Rome - 100 mL
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Akimbo: Akimbo opens with green apple and violet leaf, then moves to rose and Mysore sandalwood before settling into peach and amber. The fruity top and floral heart create a fresh, playful scent that's versatile for day or casual evening wear.
Akimbo
Which one is for you?
Best for
- Romantic evenings and special occasions: Love in Rome
- Everyday wear and a playful, fruity scent: Akimbo
Not for
- Those who prefer light, citrusy scents (both are floral-heavy)
- Anyone seeking a unisex or masculine fragrance
