Born in Paradise
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2014 | Year | 2005 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Secret Wish
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A joyous, tropical sunshine bomb in a bottle, Born in Paradise is Escada's quintessential summer scent. Despite longevity complaints, most agree it's a mood-lifting blast of vacation vibes, perfect for feeling like you're forever on a beach holiday. Pure escapism, darling.
A truly divisive scent, Secret Wish is either your fresh, fruity summer daydream or a synthetic lemon cleaner that vanishes without a trace. The bottle might steal your heart, but the juice is a brief, if sometimes brilliant, affair.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 2% | 11% |
| Floral | 2% | 12% |
| Fruity | 44% | 32% |
| Green | 7% | 11% |
| Sweet | 26% | 22% |
| Warm | 0% | 5% |
| Woody | 18% | 15% |
| Earthy | 1% | 3% |
| Animalic | 9% | 8% |
| Fresh | 24% | 21% |
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A summer scent - airy and clear, designed for hot weather.
Occasions
This is a casual summer holiday scent, best suited for beach days or relaxed outings due to its fruity, light-hearted profile. Performance is typically moderate to weak, making it ideal for reapplication and less suitable for formal or professional settings.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, light profile and general lack of strong sillage make it suitable for casual wear or gym, where it's invigorating but not intrusive. However, its poor longevity and casual fruitiness limit its appropriateness for formal settings or dates where a more lasting impression is usually desired.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, Sweet, Fresh accords and Pineapple, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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