Especially Escada
rose up front, then aquatic, settling into musky.
About
Especially Escada by Escada is a Floral fragrance for women. Especially Escada was launched in 2011. The nose behind this fragrance is Jean-Michel Duriez. Top notes are Pear and Ambrette (Musk Mallow); middle notes are Rose, Water Notes and Ylang-Ylang; base note is Musk. Especially Escada is a new women's…
Nose: Jean-Michel Duriez
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Escada picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Especially Escada smell like?
rose up front, then aquatic, settling into musky. Dominant accords: rose, aquatic, musky.
What notes are in Especially Escada?
Top: Pear, Ambrette (Musk Mallow). Heart: Rose, Water Notes, Ylang-Ylang. Base: Musk.
How long does Especially Escada last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Especially Escada loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Especially Escada best for?
Spring is the top pick (44%). Summer is second at 37%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Especially Escada?
Day wear leads at 86%. Night is a secondary pick at 14%.
Is Especially Escada for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 92% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Especially Escada?
Composed by Jean-Michel Duriez. Released in 2011.
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