WS-CK-1991

Escape

1991Men

aromatic up front, then fruity, settling into floral.

Escape by Calvin Klein is a Floral Aquatic fragrance for women. Escape was launched in 1991. The nose behind this fragrance is Claude Dir. Top notes are Melon, Chamomile, Marigold, Marigold, Apricot, Hiacynth, Oakmoss, Apple, Coriander, Mandarin Orange, Ylang-Ylang, Black Currant, Litchi and Cassia; middle notes are Peach, Lily-of-the-Valley, Carnation,…

aromatic fruity floral herbal

Nose: Claude Dir

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Melon, Chamomile, Marigold, Apricot, Hiacynth, Oakmoss, Apple, Coriander, Mandarin Orange, Ylang-Ylang, Black Currant, Litchi, Cassia
Heart· 2–4h
Peach, Lily-of-the-Valley, Carnation, Rose, Jasmine, Cloves
Drydown· 6h+
Oakmoss, Musk, Sandalwood, Amber, Vetiver, Cedar, Vanilla

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

94%

90%

72%

69%

59%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachArm's length

Spring29%Fall29%Summer26%Winter17%Day64%Night36%Wears female55%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
Best perfumes for beginners — More Calvin Klein picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Escape smell like?

aromatic up front, then fruity, settling into floral. Dominant accords: aromatic, fruity, floral.

What notes are in Escape?

Top: Melon, Chamomile, Marigold, Apricot, Hiacynth, Oakmoss, Apple, Coriander, Mandarin Orange, Ylang-Ylang, Black Currant, Litchi, Cassia. Heart: Peach, Lily-of-the-Valley, Carnation, Rose, Jasmine, Cloves. Base: Oakmoss, Musk, Sandalwood, Amber, Vetiver, Cedar, Vanilla.

How long does Escape last?

Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Escape loud?

Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.

What season is Escape best for?

Spring is the top pick (29%). Fall is second at 29%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Escape?

Day wear leads at 64%. Night is a secondary pick at 36%.

Is Escape for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 55% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Escape?

Composed by Claude Dir. Released in 1991.