ESCAPADE GOURMANDE - 100ml
    100ml
    ESCAPADE GOURMANDE - 100ml
    100ml
    ESCAPADE GOURMANDE - 100ml
    100ml
    ESCAPADE GOURMANDE - 100ml
    100ml
    ESCAPADE GOURMANDE - 100ml
    100ml

    MAISON MATAHA

    ESCAPADE GOURMANDE

    Extrait De Parfum
    Unisex

    Sizes

    Starting

    $215

    Description

    Escapade Gourmande is a luxurious vanilla-dominant gourmand fragrance that envelops you in the warmth of creamy desserts and caramelized sweetness. Opening with velvety vanilla and tonka bean, it evolves into a rich blend of black sugar and warm musk that creates an intoxicating, comforting trail reminiscent of crème brûlée. This indulgent composition delivers impressive longevity and a powerful presence that lingers beautifully throughout the day. The fragrance captures a sense of escape and sensory pleasure, inviting you on a gourmet getaway from daily routine. Created by Vincent Ricord for women and men.

    Scent Profile

    Amber Vanilla
    Gourmand
    Warm
    Sweet
    Creamy
    Comforting

    Notes

    Top Notes

    Sugar Cane
    Black Sugar

    Middle Notes

    VANILLAVanilla
    TONKA BEANTonka Bean

    Base Notes

    BENZOINBenzoin
    MUSKMusk

    About MAISON MATAHA

    MAISON MATAHA
    Maison Mataha is a niche fragrance brand founded in 2020 by a Parisian couple of perfume lovers and collectors who prioritize staying power, trail, and juice quality. The brand specializes in clean, sustainable, and luxurious gourmand fragrances crafted in France with exceptional attention to detail, born from an obsession with creating the perfect intense, dark vanilla. Committed to ethical sourcing and cruelty-free practices, Maison Mataha has gained instant popularity as a modern luxury fragrance house.

    Perfumer

    Vincent Ricord

    Vincent Ricord is a French perfumer born into a perfuming family in Grasse, where he discovered his passion for fragrance creation at age 13 during a school internship. With over 20 years of experience, he trained at Expressions Parfumées, worked at Drom Fragrances and CPL Aromas, and now serves as Senior Perfumer at TechnicoFlor, also teaching at the École Supérieure du Parfum in Paris. His notable works include fragrances for Clive Christian such as Town & Country and XXI: Art Deco - Blonde Amber, and Lunatique for Liquides Imaginaires, renowned for transforming emotions into scent through a blend of tradition and innovation.

    Reviews

    4.4
    Very Good85 reviews
    Luckyscent
    4.4/5 • 75 reviews
    Ministry of Scent
    4.8/5 • 6 reviews
    Twisted Lily
    3.0/5 • 4 reviews

    Community Insights

    Reviewers overwhelmingly praise Escapade Gourmande as an exceptionally delicious and addictive vanilla fragrance with excellent performance and lasting power. The fragrance is celebrated for its creamy, crème brûlée-like character and its ability to receive compliments, though some find it lacks complexity compared to other gourmands on the market.

    Pros

    Performance excellence: Impressive longevity with moderate to strong silage, allowing the fragrance to waft throughout the day with excellent lasting power
    Versatile appeal: Works beautifully for both daytime wear and special occasions, layers well with other fragrances, and is particularly praised as a great holiday scent
    Quality composition: High-quality Extrait de Parfum concentration with pure, clean ingredients that create an authentic gourmand experience without being sickeningly sweet

    Cons

    Sharpness in dry down: Some reviewers experience an unpleasant sharp note in the drydown that can detract from the overall experience
    Skin scent tendencies: After the initial spray, the fragrance can become more of a skin scent closer to the body rather than projecting strongly, limiting its presence
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    Comparisons

    Similar to Fire at Will: Both are vanilla-forward fragrances, though some prefer the smoother profile of alternatives
    Comparable to Bianco Latte: Reviewers often layer Escapade Gourmande with Bianco Latte and mention both fragrances in the same vanilla lover category
    Reminds reviewers of Tihota: Grouped among favorite vanilla fragrances by enthusiasts seeking non-sickeningly-sweet options

    Vibe & Emotions

    Nostalgic comfort: The crème brûlée profile evokes childhood memories and creates a deeply comforting emotional experience
    Confident seduction: The powerful, enveloping nature of the fragrance creates a sense of attractiveness and draws compliments from others
    Indulgent escape: The gourmand composition provides a sensory escape from daily routine, offering a luxurious gourmet getaway experience

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