Fragrance House

About Escada Perfumes

Escada is a German fashion house known for its vibrant and youthful approach to perfumery. Founded by Margaretha and Wolfgang Ley, the brand has become synonymous with fruity-floral fragrances that evoke a sense of joy and celebration.

The Story

The Story Behind Escada Fragrance House

Escada was founded in 1976 near Munich, Germany, by Margaretha and Wolfgang Ley. The brand's name was inspired by an Irish thoroughbred racehorse, reflecting its founders' passion for elegance and speed. Margaretha Ley, a former model with a keen eye for design, played a pivotal role in shaping the brand's creative direction. Escada's philosophy centers around transforming everyday moments into celebrations through bold and playful scents.

A Journey from Fashion to Fragrance

Founded

1976

Munich, Germany

Founder

Margaretha Ley and Wolfgang Ley

First Fragrance

Escada Margaretha Ley — 1990

Perfume Legacy

Iconic Fragrances of Escada

Escada's fragrance line is renowned for its iconic releases that capture the essence of springtime and summer. The debut fragrance, Escada Margaretha Ley, introduced in 1990, set the tone with its sweet, fruity-floral profile. Another standout, Escada Magnetism, released in 2003, offers a warm, oriental scent that has captivated many. These fragrances are celebrated for their ability to evoke a sense of joy and sophistication.

1990

Escada Margaretha Ley

This debut fragrance is a sweet, fruity-floral scent that established Escada's signature style, capturing the essence of youthful elegance.

2003

Escada Magnetism

A warm, oriental fragrance that combines sophistication with a touch of mystery, making it a beloved choice for many.

Olfactory DNA

Escada's Signature Olfactive Style

Escada is known for its fruity-floral fragrances that are both sweet and sophisticated. The brand's scents often feature bright, tropical notes balanced with floral and musky undertones, creating a joyful and vibrant olfactory experience.

Signature Profile — out of 10

Fruity
9
Floral
8
Oriental
6
Fresh
7

House Character

Escada's creative philosophy is rooted in transforming everyday moments into vibrant celebrations through bold and playful scents.

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Need to Know

Frequently Asked Questions

Escada was founded by Margaretha and Wolfgang Ley in 1976. Margaretha, a former model, and Wolfgang, her husband, established the brand near Munich, Germany.

Escada's first fragrance was Escada Margaretha Ley, launched in 1990. It is a sweet, fruity-floral scent that set the tone for the brand's future releases.

Escada fragrances are known for their vibrant and youthful character, often featuring a blend of fruity and floral notes. This playful approach has helped establish a new fragrance category.

Escada was founded in 1976 by Margaretha and Wolfgang Ley. The brand originated near Munich, Germany, and quickly became known for its luxurious fashion and fragrances.

The name 'Escada' was inspired by an Irish thoroughbred racehorse, reflecting the brand's elegance and speed. It symbolizes the founders' passion for luxury and sophistication.

Escada's signature scent style is characterized by fruity-floral compositions that are both sweet and sophisticated, often with tropical and musky undertones.

Escada is credited with helping to establish the fruity-floral fragrance category, offering scents that are vibrant and playful, appealing to a youthful audience.

Some iconic Escada fragrances include Escada Margaretha Ley, known for its sweet, fruity-floral scent, and Escada Magnetism, a warm, oriental fragrance.

The philosophy behind Escada fragrances is to transform everyday moments into celebrations through bold and playful scents that evoke joy and sophistication.

Escada was founded near Munich, Germany, by Margaretha and Wolfgang Ley. The brand quickly gained recognition for its luxurious fashion and fragrances.

Escada perfumes often feature fruity and floral notes, with elements like pear, raspberry, jasmine, and rose, creating a sweet and vibrant olfactory experience.

Since its founding in 1976, Escada has evolved from a luxury fashion brand to a renowned name in the fragrance industry, known for its vibrant and youthful scents.