Red BerriesOpens with
Green LeavesHeart
CaramelDries down to
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Escada Magnetism
A late summer evening in a vibrant city — the air is filled with the scent of fresh berries and warm vanilla, the perfect balance between day and night.
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Escada MagnetismMid-range · $40–100
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2003, Escada Magnetism is a fragrance that has carved out an enduring niche despite the brand's frequent pattern of discontinuing scents soon after release. Created by perfumers Pierre Bourdon and Steve DeMercado, it opens with vibrant red berries and black currant, which mingle with green leaves and basil to create an initial burst of freshness. This gives way to a heart that balances floral notes like jasmine and magnolia with the warmth of vanilla and caramel. The base is woody and sensual, with patchouli, sandalwood, and musk grounding the composition in rich depth.
Magnetism has maintained its cult status for over two decades, partly because it survived long enough to build a dedicated following. It's often praised by reviewers as smelling more expensive than its price point suggests, which adds to its charm.
Apply Magnetism to pulse points for a long-lasting effect. The fragrance opens up quickly with bright top notes but builds gradually into its warmer base accords over the first hour or so. It's best experienced close to skin rather than from across a room.
Fig. 01 — Escada Magnetism, Escada
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Pierre Bourdon
As Edmond Roudnitska’s only student, Pierre Bourdon was informed early on by the philosophy that perfumes should be created as works of art.
Co-created with Steve DeMercado
The Escada Magnetism line
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 38%, disliked or hated by 16%.