Turquoise Summer by Escada

At eight, it smells of pure mango to me; if I had to pick a fruit, it would be mango. I love it too.

I’d never tried Escada’s Summer line before and spotted a Turquoise Summer nearly full for €20, so I couldn’t resist. Perhaps this is my last foray into this range. On my skin, it smells like those sugar-free coloured gummies that all taste the same. Supposedly the red ones are strawberry or raspberry, the yellow ones banana or lemon, and the blue ones blackcurrant, yet they all smell identical. Turquoise Summer smells like a sticky eight-year-old’s hands after devouring a tub of these sweets. It’s not an unpleasant scent, but I can’t find a moment to wear it. I have no young daughters or nieces to gift it to. Moderate longevity, around four hours, and after fifteen minutes it sits close to the skin. As for compliments… none.

Escada always does the best for summer. The bottle with the butterfly ring and those translucent blueish tones that remind you of the sea make it very attractive. It smells as if you’re on the beach enjoying a tropical milkshake with sweet milk, assorted fruits (berries, strawberries, raspberries) and a hint of sweets, all blended together. 🙂

I just tried it… it smells like fruity candy :(. Pass!

I bought it blind because I wanted several summer fragrances to rotate through. I’d never tried an Escada LE before, only Acto 2 which I used many years ago and can’t remember the scent; I only had a mini that has now gone rancid. To be honest: on first sniff I thought it was a common fruity body splash, a bit disappointed I looked at the simple bottle and that fuchsia butterfly fabric ring (I bought the 50ml just for the butterfly, I think the 30ml doesn’t come with it). After my shower I put it on and, after a few hours, I loved it. I only smell strawberries or red berries; I’d never used such a fruity perfume because I don’t like body splashes. I’ve enjoyed it too much, ideal for summer. If I say it has a light trail and longevity of just three hours and is very soft, it’s still a lovely scent. I just smelled it again to write this and caught a faint liquor note which I adore, and after several hours on blotting paper a faint woody note which I also love, probably from the sandalwood. In conclusion, it surprised me for the better. I’ll be using it all summer alongside Light Blue, Blue Drop, Benetton Colors Blue (which isn’t yet on Fragrantica) and my beloved I Love Love by Moschino. Although they’re citrus, Turquoise Summer has won me over. Now I’m hunting for Agua del Sol, this year’s LE, but I’ll try it first 😉

I bought it today along with Escada Agua de Sol, both at a very good price, on offer. I’m so happy! I adore both, but Turquoise Summer even more: it’s less citrusy, sweeter but not cloying, and has very good staying power. I love it, I’ll use it all summer.

My first Escada, a gift from my mother that I absolutely loved. Smells like spring-summer with fruits and a citrus touch. The base is sweet but blends well without being heavy. It gives me a soapy sensation, like coming back from the beach and washing up with something fresh that smells clean. I really liked it and it suits my skin perfectly.

My first Escada! I’d never tried this brand before and I’m glad I bought it. It’s fresh, fruity and sweet, with a strawberry and vanilla highlight. The bottle is understated but I love the gradient and the butterflies; they even give away a pink butterfly ring. I tested it cold and it didn’t last long or have much sillage, probably because it’s a summer scent. I’ll try it in the heat to see how it performs.

Without a doubt the richest perfume I’ve tried so far. I’m going to buy it for Christmas. What a pity it’s limited edition. Too rich, it simply smells of summer, very youthful.

Incredible, it’s the best summer edition of Escada I’ve tried (the last three). I’m not good at describing scents, but it smells of fruits, strawberry, pineapple… with a hint of vanilla. It’s sweet but not cloying, very cheerful. It reminds me of the beach and sugar-free gummy worms. Very youthful, feminine and fun. Highly recommended for this summer and lasts longer than expected. I love it.

I’m not usually a fan of sweet perfumes, but I absolutely loved this one. It’s a cheerful, youthful fruit cocktail, the kind that puts you in a good mood, feminine and not cloying at all. I notice the orange blossom a lot, which softens and balances it. A good option for the good weather.

What a find! I fell in love with it instantly. It smells like a remix of all Escada’s summer fragrances: a blend of Tag Sunset, Marine Groove and Pacific Paradise. Totally my style!

It reminds me of a creamy blackberry ice cream, of my childhood when I saved coins to buy it after school. It also smells of milk and vanilla; I don’t notice the floral notes.