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Escape
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Escape by Calvin Klein is an aquatic floral fragrance for women. Launched in 1991, this composition was created by perfumer Claude Dir. The top notes reveal a vibrant blend of melon, chamomile, calendula, marigold, blackberry, hyacinth, oakmoss, apple, coriander, mandarin, ylang-ylang, blackcurrant, lychee, and cassia. The heart unfolds with the freshness of peach, valley lily, carnation, rose, jasmine, and cloves. Finally, the base offers a warm, enveloping accord of oakmoss, musk, sandalwood, amber, vetiver, cedar, and vanilla.
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Escape is my personal fragrance along with Shalimar by Guerlain. The predominant notes vary from person to person, but in my case they are perfect for my taste. Every time I wear it, someone comes up to ask me the name. It lasts all day and it doesn’t seem like a granny perfume (I’m 30) nor is it too scandalous. It was the perfume I wore at my wedding and it will always have a special place in my heart and in my husband’s.
It was one of my many perfumes. During my pregnancy it gave me headaches, it hurt my brain, I couldn’t even bear to look at the bottle.
I used it in 2002. It had a somewhat intense aroma, but the truth is I liked it immensely.
The pinnacle of perfumes. As a man, I delight excessively in this delicious aroma. I bought it for myself and in small quantities it smells great, nothing feminine… it feels strong, clean, fresh, fruity, and sensual, like fruits from a surreal world.
This perfume was the sensation among young people in the early 90s. Escape back then was intense, very fruity and floral, with a sweet touch and very noticeable, evident at all times. I remember it with a predominance of melon, citrus, apple, peach, chamomile, valley lily, calendula, and a bit of hyacinth, but undoubtedly the fruits dominated. After Escape, many tried to emulate it, such as Sunflower or L’eau d’Issey, which have great resemblance, but Escape is infinitely more intense and overwhelming. These days I don’t think I would wear it; my tastes have changed with the years. It remains a lovely perfume despite the reformulations, but I no longer see it as appropriate, it’s like putting on a Chanel suit to go to a football match. For the 90s it was a great perfume, one of Calvin Klein’s best creations, in my humble opinion.
I’m not sure if it’s that I feel old or that my tastes have changed, but now it smells very strong and not so much like fruit. It was the youthful perfume of the 90s; I remember a teacher used it when I was in secondary school; we knew she was approaching the classroom because she left a huge trail. I loved how it smelled; I always thought Escape smelled like watermelon, fresh, delicious, and youthful, with a brutal longevity.
Even though they say it’s outdated, it’s a classic. I’ve always worn it at night because it’s intense and it hasn’t left anyone indifferent; in fact, people have told me it smells divinely.
I bought it blindly and it was a grave mistake. I let myself be swayed by the reviews and the price, but anyone who gives it a second thought should try it first. I detect similarities with Sunflower, but they aren’t clones. Sunflower is simple and youthful; this is complex and mature. While melon and peach shine in Sunflower, here I only notice chamomile. A chamomile with something woody. It’s that note that makes me feel nauseous. Do you remember when your stomach is upset and you make chamomile tea to calm it? That moment just before vomiting is exactly what I feel with this perfume. It’s not that it’s bad, it’s that it provokes that reaction in me. Otherwise, the longevity and trail are incredible. Advertising sells it as summer, but I don’t see it that way. At best, for cold springs and autumns. It’s a fragrance for the in-between seasons.
What a complex and wonderful fragrance, although I admit it’s not for everyone: you either love it or it makes you gag. It caught me by surprise – what a powerhouse! Nothing unpleasant, but you do need to know how to dose it. It smells like Sunflower, but it’s not a clone by any stretch; the melon in Escape is far deeper. In short: test it before buying. It’s a real treasure from the 90s worthy of a second chance, and it suits me perfectly.
I remember using it when I was a bit over 20 years old, and now, 20 years later, I have bought it again and it has brought me so many memories; it is a very classic and unique fragrance, so it is not to everyone’s taste. Upon its release, I felt the coriander very strongly, and that note stays with me for hours, making it fresh but a bit sweet at the same time due to its melon, peach, and apple notes. I have worn it for three hours and must say it is intact, as if freshly applied. The longevity of this perfume is excellent, and the trail too. I don’t see it for use on excessively hot days, although some people say it always goes well, but for winter, autumn, spring, and even some summer days when the sun doesn’t melt thoughts, it is fine. If you like it, it is an ally to keep in your vanity. And at least in Chile, the value is more than good. Edit: My husband hates it, haha. The truth is he likes very few aromas, so I continue to wear this for those days when I am at work and he is at his, so I don’t have to hear him complaining, haha.
Finally, I got a little bottle. Despite it being a fragrance directed at women, I dared to buy it for my use because I like challenges, and I feel very secure in my sexuality and consider that a fragrance should adapt to the person using it regardless of gender (the person defines their gender, not the fragrance they use), it is one of the few truly strong fragrances that imposes itself, it has kept its DNA intact this decade, and I am fascinated by it. On my skin, the fruity notes mixed with flowers stand out, with Hyacinth and carnation taking the lead. Subsequently, strong notes emerge such as sandalwood, coriander, musk, and cloves that compete with the floral notes, which refuse to die, allowing a war of floral notes with spices trying to demonstrate who is the most dominant. With a surprising trail like few others and excellent longevity. What more could I ask? I am amazed…
One of the best vintage perfumes. It is, for Calvin Klein, what Angel is for Mugler, Poeme for Lancôme, Chanel No 5 for Chanel, and Shalimar for Guerlain.
This perfume reminds me of another 90s romance, of parties, holidays, and dance nights. It is by no means unnoticed. From the era when teenage girls didn’t fear perfumes with presence and personality and didn’t say ‘run away, sir’. Contrary to what one might think, the melon note does not make it tropical at all. On the contrary, it is more suitable for cold climates due to its potency. Sexy, complex and distinct. Escape does not go out of style.
I am the only one who no longer notices the melon. What has happened? No fruit at all, for me today it is a salty/aquatic floral, super green, raw and astringent, literally burning the pituitary, like smelling the cut stem of flowers rather than the flower itself; there is nothing creamy in it, rather soapy, shrill and metallic. I can’t handle it, and I know it is due to the reformulation; they haven’t watered it down, it remains just as potent with good trail, but I think they have lowered the quality of the components.
I like the fragrance; it is sweet, fruity, and moves away from classic aldehydes, having a more modern and youthful touch, but retaining the quality of those. This is achieved by the experience of the Master Perfumer who created it. Another perfume I have by him that I like is Kim Kardashian’s Honey. It is very good and the price is affordable.
I love Mágico on my skin. One of my favourites, always. If it were a phrase, it would be: ‘here I am’. It lasts on me for many hours, perhaps up to 12. In my country it is not sold in perfumeries, so I had to order it from those who travel or from sales pages.
To be honest, the first time I smelled it, I didn’t like it. I found it heavy, very spiced, and with a vintage air; however, I kept giving it chances, and today it is the perfume I use most. I like that non-typical fruity scent it has; moreover, its longevity is immense and its trail is impossible to miss. I find it incredible for the evening or for a summer or autumn day. Note, it is not a fragrance for everyone; one must know how to wear it.
It’s impossible not to compare it with Sunflowers, which I never liked and consider a precursor to the overly fruity, pandering, and synthetic style that suffers from being too eager to please. It’s a torment for melon detractors, which includes me. I don’t understand why Sunflowers loves existing so much when Escape is around. Well, I do: the complexity and intricacy of Escape make it hard to like. The congestion of notes, the strangeness of the wild, bitter flowers, and its aromatic accord bordering on old aftershave can scare off anyone. But that is precisely what makes it so fascinating to my nose. It’s not my favourite fragrance, but I appreciate its intention and merit in wanting to differentiate itself from the conventional and supposedly acceptable. Despite its flaws, which might stem from a reformulation, I appreciate that it chose paths that are by no means easy. Deconstructing it is a very complicated task. There is no purpose for anything to stand out in particular; rather, it is an incredibly interesting mixture whose elements, very well integrated, manifest intermittently. The opening is very fruity and liquorish, showing an astringent greenness contributed by cassia and early hints of mossiness. Among the fruits, more than the melon (discreet and fresh, praise be to Mr Dir), the peach or apple, what is most perceptible is the aquatic and metallic air of the lychee, accompanied by the herbaceous and bitter nuances of calendula and chamomile. It continues floral and honeyed, briefly highlighting a valley lily to which the carnation, clove, and peach soon join to create sweet and slightly prickly nuances. It finishes mossy, somewhat musky and woody, and very ambered. This amber, along with a lingering green residue, gives it the air of old aftershave I mentioned earlier. Its projection and longevity are notable, and as the hours pass, it adopts a very aromatic yet very sophisticated air, far from lacking femininity. Escape reminds me of those liqueurs you happily accept from kind hosts until horror takes over when they later admit they made it themselves from what they found in their pantry and garden. You drink it, endure the squinting, and tell them how rich it tastes while thinking inside that the potion could have been swallowed by Aunt Rita. But then you start to find a taste for it and ask for another. And another, come on, since we’re at it. And you end up with a very pleasant hangover. And asking them to gift you a bottle. It still seems inevitable to compare it with Sunflowers. There is much evidence that the latter owes a great deal to Escape, and the chicken and egg dilemma in this case is clear: Escape came first, then Sunflowers. However, despite their similarities, they are very different in attitude. What Sunflowers shouts, Escape whispers. What Sunflowers wants to boast about, Escape suggests. The brushstroke Sunflowers smashes against a canvas, Escape dilutes and nuances it. So what is the problem with Escape? That to current noses it may seem bizarre and convoluted. But it is much subtler than Sunflowers and at the same time more challenging. And I like challenges, especially olfactory ones.
I adored this in the 90s; it brings back so many memories. It’s super fruity, featuring an uncommon melon note. I bought Sunflower because I was told it was identical, but I let the price sway me and it had nothing to do with it. Escape is more elaborate, a true icon from CK.
To me, it’s superbly constructed, a true ‘escape from monotony’. I consider it a brilliant example of harmony among all its ingredients; thanks to this design, I discovered the scent of chamomile within the fragrance, it’s detectable and interesting. It was a fine creation of the 90s that I discovered with my neighbour, super feminine with an impressive projection that left trails, like the scent in Patrick Süskind’s book. It’s a pity it’s been discontinued or heading towards eternal oblivion. Projection: 10/10, Scent: 10/10, Trail: 10/10. I greatly admire master Dir.
This perfume marked an era in my life in the 90s; I used it with many bottles and it was my signature. It has a peach aroma and its dry-down on skin is spiced apricot, very intense. It lasted days on clothes, with a huge trail and longevity. It brings back lovely memories and I’d use it again soon. Update: I’m using it again and it still has that impressive radioactive trail and power. That balance of notes is wonderful; I’m in love with this classic all over again.
I just bought it on offer. I hesitated due to its age, but what a current and delightful scent! I do smell the melon. It’s a delicacy, soft yet persistent, slightly sweet without being heavy; it seems suitable for summer and spring, but I loved it. Sometimes a blind buy yields good results, and this was undoubtedly one. Extremely feminine, it envelops you in a fresh, floral, fruity and delicious aura. I recommend it, but it depends on your pH, as it can make a huge difference. It suits me perfectly.
CK Escape was one of my first perfumes; I loved it and held it dear. I stopped wearing it during my first pregnancy because it irritated my throat; it didn’t give me nausea, but I felt like my nose was running as if I had a cold. I missed it because its trail and longevity seemed eternal. I bought it again for the sentiment and was surprised: I like it, but it still gives me that allergic reaction. It’s a shame because I adore it and I don’t plan to give it away. Perhaps I’ll wear it only on clothes or spray it from a distance. It’s an excellent perfume, lasting incredibly long on skin with an impressive trail and longevity, nothing to envy from the expensive ones that promise and fail. I’ll say later if I found a way to use it.
I bought it at a ridiculous price and, although I already knew it, I’d never tried it. Thank goodness they didn’t reformulate it and it still has its punch. On my skin, I detect rose with chamomile, melon and herbaceous notes; it’s strong, beastly and radioactive, just as I like it. A little goes a long way, lasting hours and leaving a trail. It’s a vintage jewel. It was my mother’s favourite, but 26 years ago she got cancer and the chemo affected her face until she came to hate it. Now when she smells it, she enjoys it without reacting, and only when I put it on her wrist did she say: ‘It’s not for me anymore’. Whenever I bring it, she tries to steal a whiff, and that’s the only way I can enjoy it through her.
I acquired it recently and at 42 years old, it transports me back to 15 or 16, when wearing it was the fashion: platform shoes with peep-toe details, Levis jeans and sunflower t-shirts, with boys utterly captivated by the scent. I recommend it without hesitation: it’s citrusy, fresh, with a 90s summer vibe.
I bought it recently and it’s a marvel. I’ve worn it several times; here in Chile we’re in summer and it smells refreshingly cool.
I used it for many years and I’m sure I’ll buy it again… it’s like first love, you never forget it.
I’ve had it for years as a Christmas present. At first, it didn’t grab much attention, but the trail it left on my skin after a while, especially after sweating or showering, was simply wonderful. I hope to get my hands on it again soon.
I’ve always been a fan of L’eau d’Issey, but now it smells like everything, even at Mercadona. Thanks to this site, I discovered that Escape is its twin and bought it blindly: what a success! It turns out L’eau is the copy of Escape, only this one is cheaper, lasts longer and leaves a stronger trail. The only downside is that everyone around me smells the same, so I’ll remain the scent of old, hehe.
I love Calvin Klein perfumes because each one is original and unique. The Escape is spectacular. It does not seem annoying to me at all, as people say around here. The aquatic note feels perfectly, it is soft and fresh. The difference with perfumes nowadays is that it has very good projection and longevity, so people get scared and say it is strong, but NO! It is a perfume of excellent quality. It might be because my first perfumes were in my adolescence in the 90s, and I got fixed on that era, so I love them. Long live the 90s perfumes!
Honestly, it is very vintage for me. My inexperienced nose finds it so potent that it cannot distinguish any single note. 🥲
I gave it to my mother in 1991; she loved it so much (and so did I) that it became her winter perfume from then on. She remained faithful to it until she passed away in 2012. I want to buy a bottle because it is her scent, just as Eau de Rochas was hers in summer too. I need to smell her; I need it imperiously. Since I do not have her embrace, which I miss so much at this difficult time in my life, I will have her most characteristic scent. I have to find a reliable website so they do not sell me an imitation, because I have not seen it in a physical store. What a wonderful perfume! I never used it despite liking it so much; I lent it to her.
What an unbearable perfume! Invasive, suffocating, cloying, a true olfactory nightmare. Fortunately, it is no longer in fashion, and I rarely have to put up with it now on some bus or public transport. Thank goodness the years have passed and people stopped using this unbearable perfume along with some similar ones, like the horrible L’Eau D’Issey, Sunflower, and a similar one by Kenzo that also fortunately went out of fashion.
Calvin Klein in its golden years; I am still surprised to see magazines that put the price of a Calvin at the level of a Chanel. But of course, this gentleman’s fever for fashion was unstoppable. No one in the 90s could cast a shadow on him; he had youth in his hands. Prestige was built with several years of experience, with followers since the late 70s. The power of marketing with beautiful models, many of whom became important figures born from the brand. An enviable production of photos and advertising. Basically, it moulded an era. The 1991 Escape never revealed its gender… The TV ads showed a couple kissing on the beach, wrapped in sand with bright sun, with the beautiful glow of the sea in the background. It just said Escape… nothing more. The whispers of those participating in the ad, the looks full of desire, were the two protagonists; it could be a perfume made to measure for the two, redefining a shared moment… there was no gender, full stop. The Escape did not say so, except two years later when its male alter ego made its presence felt, but even then, in its box and description ‘as a whim’, it avoided ‘pour femme’ and ‘for her’. The concept of woody floral with aquatic tones was beginning to emerge; New West by Aramis, both the men’s (1988) and women’s (1990) versions, were heading towards a trend that would change the rules of the game up to that point. There is a radical turn compared to what was being offered aromatically in the 80s. The idea that men and women return to the sea from which they came at some point, that idea of escaping to have an intimate encounter. In contact with the beauty of nature with simple and comfortable clothes, away from extravagant ostentation. This aquatic issue, that reminiscence of the olfactory past evoking liberation through water, sun, and sand between two bodies ready to be together. Calvin Klein understood that this concept would prevail and was not wrong; it was the kind of fragrances that reigned for a long period. Analysing the olfactive structure, I find that the Escape is a delirium of fruity florals, woods, and soft spices. The aroma is quite intense, it does not stray much from the intensity of the 80s, but of course, it gives it a quite different aromatic turn. A perfect fruity combination with the sweetness of the peach, the melon, the damp freshness of the apple, a white floral bouquet with well-defined green tones, a prominent and neat woody imprint. That game between the sweet, the bitter, the salty, which made the youth of that time delirious. My first impression with the Escape was not good; testing the Coty version first, it seemed like a horrible, meaningless linear syrup. When I tested the vintage made by ‘Calvin Klein Cosmetics’, I realised how different it was; I could feel the olfactive ranges of the fragrance and its real beauty. I know it is not a perfume for everyone; it has a lot of character and presence, but I managed to fall in love, a late love for which this review is born.
The Escape is my eternal pleasure, it is also a luxury, never reserved. If you have no character, leave it; I am a Capricorn and although I do not mix easily, you will surely remember me or my perfume. People either love us or hate us, but only the latter happens because they do not know how to read us; we are firm, but intensely loving, and that is given when you are reflective, attentive, and analytical; otherwise, how could you discover every note in us?
It is still my favourite; I love it.
The Escape was my introduction to the world of Calvin Klein. I was surprised by the number of notes it has. It marks progress in that ‘powerhouse’ perfumery of the 70s and 80s. It is fruit-crazy. The opening: cheap and melon, they feel juicy. Regarding the florals, the carnation takes the lead, and the valley lily plays a lesser role; its carnation is much more modern than other contemporaries like Eternity, although it does not stop being sharp. The dry down and throughout its development always returns to the melon and carnation note. Personally, there is something in the opening that makes me think it contains aldehydes, because a few minutes in the air it smells like fruity hair lacquer, which opens a debate… I tested it on a summer day and it works perfectly; I will have to test it in winter and spring to see its evolution. Longevity: about 7 or 8 hours. Projection: good. Sillage: you will surely emanate a very fresh fruity aroma, as if you had taken a fruit juice shower. It is versatile; I see no negative aspect nor do I think it is difficult to wear or smell like other classics. L’Eau D’Issey Miyake and Sunflower smell similar to the Escape, but while LDM feels aquatic and watery… and Sunflower is warmer and cleaner; the Escape is more fruity.
I love it. I bought it online because it is not available directly in perfumeries or pharmacies in Uruguay. The floral note is noticeable, but in a more discreet way, mixed with fruit and wood notes, creating a pleasant, slightly sweet and fresh combination that reminds me of some room powder. It is an EdP; with few sprays it leaves a good trail and lasts well, so it must be used carefully so as not to be invasive. Highly recommended 8/10!
Once again, Calvin Klein does not disappoint. Every perfume I have bought so far has pleasantly surprised me. I bought this one blindly due to the good price. I must say it smells very similar to Anick Goutal’s Grand Amour, but it is more persistent and intense, which I adore because Grand Amour felt more like a cologne to me. The Escape on my skin feels slightly powdery, a bit floral; honestly, I don’t know or distinguish the notes, it confuses me when they say it smells like a certain thing. But in itself, the word that defines the Escape is SPECTACULAR.