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Escada Summer Festival
by Escada
Escada Summer Festival is a bright, sweet, and fruity summer fragrance that captures the carefree spirit of beach days and youthful fun. It opens with a fresh, icy cherry blossom and green mandarin, evoking a cool, effervescent fruit punch with a hint of floral sweetness. The heart is dominated by a sugary, synthetic fruitiness—reminiscent of both Tropical Punch and Ibiza Hippie—where cherry, mandarin, and jasmine sambac blend into a light, euphoric cocktail. The drydown is fleeting, with a soft, creamy sandalwood base that adds minimal depth but doesn’t anchor the scent. While the composition is consistent with Escada's past summer offerings, it lacks the longevity and refinement of earlier releases; it performs more like a body spray than a true perfume, with sillage and staying power fading quickly. Still, the fragrance manages to feel nostalgic and evocative of early 2000s escada style—fun, girly, and designed for summer moments like poolside lounging or casual outings. It suits those who appreciate light, playful accents and don’t mind a slightly synthetic or bath-and-body works vibe.
Pros
- +Delivers a fun, youthful, and effortlessly summery feel that stands out among more serious scents.
- +Has a light, refreshing quality that works beautifully for hot days and casual wear.
- +Clearly aligns with Escada’s iconic fruity and floral signature, making it instantly recognizable to longtime fans.
Cons
- −Lacks longevity and sillage, fading quickly and leaving little trail.
- −Smells synthetic and overly sweet, with a thin, cheap quality that some find unpleasant.
- −Fails to evolve beyond a repetitive fruit punch profile, lacking depth or refinement.