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Which Should You Buy?
This Escada is a divisive one - some find it a delightful tropical escape, while others are disappointed by its artificial sweetness and lack of longevity. Expect a fun, fruity explosion that's not for everyone, and it won't linger long.
Perfume Parlour's Rio Festivities chases Escada's Fiesta Carioca, the juicy summer-cocktail floral of raspberry and passionfruit. The dupe nails the fruity opening but renders it flatter and sweeter than the airy original, with the same short-lived wear Escada was always known for.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 2% | 2% |
| Floral | 29% | 29% |
| Fruity | 26% | 24% |
| Green | 8% | 9% |
| Sweet | 26% | 26% |
| Warm | 4% | 4% |
| Woody | 10% | 11% |
| Earthy | 3% | 3% |
| Animalic | 12% | 12% |
| Fresh | 15% | 15% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its sweet, fruity, and tropical nature, combined with generally poor longevity, makes it ideal for casual wear or sport. It's too youthful and sweet for formal settings, and its strong initial projection might be too much for the office.
Seasons
The juicy fruit and light florals are built for warm weather, peaking in spring and summer and feeling out of place in winter.
Occasions
Cheerful and casual by nature, it shines for daytime and dates but lacks the depth for formal or office settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, Sweet, Tropical accords and Jasmine, Orange Blossom notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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