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Escada Magnetism for Men Eau de Toilette bottle Escada Magnetism for Men EDT
EDT Concentration EDP
M Gender U
2004 Year -
££ Price Tier £
Chic Magnet Eau de Parfum bottle Chic Magnet EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Escada Magnetism for Men EDT
This discontinued gem is a cult classic, celebrated for its unique fizzy, grape-soda character. It's a sweet, mysterious, and undeniably sexy elixir that commands attention, though its polarising blend of
Acquired
Our Verdict - Chic Magnet EDP
Chic Magnet is inspired by Escada's discontinued Magnetism for Men, a 90s spicy-amber oriental. It keeps the boozy saffron opening and amber-vanilla base, but the pepper-forward, suede-and-incense complexity of the original is simplified into a smoother, sweeter, less textured dupe.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Escada Magnetism for Men EDT
Chic Magnet EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Saffron 57% vs 44%
Only in Escada Magnetism for Men
Woody 42%
Only in Chic Magnet
Tolu Balsam 56%
Shared Notes
Cedar 26% vs 33%
Only in Escada Magnetism for Men
Leather 41% Sandalwood 33%
Only in Chic Magnet
Plum 38% Red Wine 29%
Shared Notes
Amber 33% vs 34%
Musk 23% vs 20%
Only in Escada Magnetism for Men
Tolu Balsam 42%
Only in Chic Magnet
Vanilla 24% Leather 21%

Accords

Escada Magnetism for Men Chic Magnet
100%
Amber
60%
85%
Powdery
81%
Woody
50%
81%
Warm Spicy
70%
69%
Leather
35%
52%
Animalic
48%
Balsamic
48%
Sweet
48%
Musky
Amber shared
100%
60%
85%
Woody shared
81%
50%
Warm Spicy shared
81%
70%
Leather shared
69%
35%
52%
48%
48%
48%

Performance

Escada Magnetism for Men Chic Magnet
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Escada Magnetism for Men

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its strong projection and unique, sweet profile make it less suitable for a professional office setting. However, its seductive and attention-grabbing nature makes it perfect for dates and evening casual wear. While not a typical formal scent, its sophistication gives it an edge for less traditional formal events.

Chic Magnet

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Also Works:
Office Date Casual Formal Sport

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
64%
Key Similarities

Both lean warm spicy, amber, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Escada Magnetism for Men EDT
Chic Magnet EDP
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