Escape The Gourmand Illusion by The Dua Brand

Men Women 2025

Brand

The Dua Brand

Perfumer

Mahsam Raza

Main accords

sweet woody vanilla nuts powdery almond musky fruity amber

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Escape The Gourmand Illusion by The Dua Brand: A Conjurer's Blend of Sweet and Wood In 2025, The Dua Brand unveils Escape The Gourmand Illusion, a new unisex scent composed by Mahsam Raza. With its Oriental Vanilla heart, the fragrance offers a playful yet polished take on sweet perfumery. Its name alludes to an escape from the very idea of…

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About Escape The Gourmand Illusion

Main accord sweet Year 2025 Gender Men · Women Perfumer Mahsam Raza

Escape The Gourmand Illusion by The Dua Brand: A Conjurer's Blend of Sweet and Wood

In 2025, The Dua Brand unveils Escape The Gourmand Illusion, a new unisex scent composed by Mahsam Raza. With its Oriental Vanilla heart, the fragrance offers a playful yet polished take on sweet perfumery.

Its name alludes to an escape from the very idea of a literal gourmand. Rather than a straightforward foodie treat, this eau de parfum reveals a powdery, woody character that evolves beautifully.

The initial impression is wonderfully indulgent: crystalline sugar, plush vanilla, and tonka bean form a luscious, dessert-like aura. Pistachio and powder soften the edges, while almond and hazelnut provide a nutty counterpoint.

As the scent settles, gaiac wood emerges—its creamy, smoky depth tempers the sugary opening. White musk adds a gentle, skin-hugging finish, ensuring the fragrance never grows cloying.

The official accords list sweet, woody, vanilla, nutty, powdery, almond, musky, fruity, and amber. The blend is both generous and controlled, allowing each note to shine at different stages of wear.

Mahsam Raza has crafted a composition that suits a wide range of tastes. It is equally at home in a daytime setting or as a warm evening companion.

For those who typically shy away from overly sweet perfumes, this is an inviting middle ground—a gourmand with restraint and character.

Perfume enthusiasts who appreciate sweet scents with a woody, sophisticated twist, and those seeking a versatile unisex option.

Escape The Gourmand Illusion is a clever and captivating addition to The Dua Brand's line-up, proving that dessert-inspired fragrances can be both delightful and dignified.