PearOpens with
Turkish RoseHeart
PatchouliDries down to
Jean-Michel DuriezThe nose · 11 fragrances · also made Eau Sensuelle (2009)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Escada · Sold as feminine
Especially Escada Elixir
The quiet luxury of an upscale hotel suite where the air is filled with the subtle blend of fresh flowers and warm woods, creating a serene yet inviting atmosphere.
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Especially Escada ElixirMid-range · $40–100
40%Similar accords, often for lessGod Is A Woman · Ariana GrandeBudget tier, under $40 · shares 4 of its 6 notes8 matches →How it wears
From community votes · bars are each option's shareComposition & Character
Notes Pyramid
TopOpening
HeartThe Soul
BaseFoundation
The story behind the bottle.
Especially Escada Elixir, launched in 2013 and crafted by Jean-Michel Duriez, is a sophisticated Oriental Floral fragrance that weaves together the freshness of pear and grapefruit with the warmth of Turkish rose and patchouli. The composition begins with a burst of citrus and fruity notes before transitioning to a heart of ambrette (musk mallow) and ylang-ylang, adding an enveloping musky sweetness. As it settles, the fragrance reveals cashmere wood and white musk, grounding the overall experience in a soft, ambery warmth.
For best results, apply this fragrance in light layers — it blooms gradually over time. The citrus top notes are vibrant but fleeting, while the musky base continues to evolve for hours. It’s perfect for daytime wear when you want an elegant and subtle presence.
Fig. 01 — Especially Escada Elixir, Escada
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Jean-Michel Duriez
Perfume is a fluid emotionJean-Michel Duriez is a Master Perfumer whose passion began as a child mixing mint and rose petals from the family garden.
“Perfume is a fluid emotion; our lives vibrate with its waves.”
Jean-Michel Duriez · Elite Traveler, 20 Jun 2018
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 20%, disliked or hated by 26%.