Escapade Gourmande
vanilla up front, then sweet, settling into amber.
About
Escapade Gourmande by Maison Mataha is a Oriental Vanilla fragrance for women and men. Escapade Gourmande was launched in 2020. The nose behind this fragrance is Vincent Ricord. Top note is Sugar Cane; middle notes are Vanilla and Tonka Bean; base notes are Benzoin and Musk.
Nose: Vincent Ricord
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Escapade Gourmande smell like?
vanilla up front, then sweet, settling into amber. Dominant accords: vanilla, sweet, amber.
What notes are in Escapade Gourmande?
Top: Sugar Cane. Heart: Vanilla, Tonka Bean. Base: Benzoin, Musk.
How long does Escapade Gourmande last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Escapade Gourmande loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Escapade Gourmande best for?
Winter is the top pick (36%). Fall is second at 36%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Escapade Gourmande?
Day wear leads at 52%. Night is a secondary pick at 48%.
Is Escapade Gourmande for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 49% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Escapade Gourmande?
Composed by Vincent Ricord. Released in 2020.
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