Especially

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Reviews

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   Aisha Dubois Ok March 18, 2026

   I needed a full wearing before I made my mind up about Especially. As it settles, Musk come through and give it real depth. The base rests on Musk — warm, grounded and easy to live with. Two sprays are enough — it carries well without shouting. Pleasant, though I would not call it essential.
2. R

   Ravi Petrov Ok May 19, 2026

   A couple of wears in, Especially has really grown on me. After about twenty minutes the heart settles into Rose with Water Notes, which is where the fragrance really shines. The drydown leans on Musk and that is exactly where it feels most comfortable. I get about four to six hours before it turns into a skin scent. I enjoy it when I wear it, yet I rarely think of reaching for it.
3. S

   Sofia Costa Ok May 25, 2026

   A couple of wears in, Especially has really grown on me. The heart is the best part for me: Rose and Water Notes feel carefully balanced. After about twenty minutes the heart settles into Rose with Water Notes, which is where the fragrance really shines. The drydown lingers pleasantly, and I do not need to reapply at lunch. Worth sampling before committing to a bottle.
4. M

   Maren Schmidt Love June 9, 2026

   I keep reaching for Especially more than I expected to. After about twenty minutes the heart settles into Rose with Water Notes, which is where the fragrance really shines. As it settles, Musk come through and give it real depth. In cooler weather it sits closer to the skin, which I actually prefer here. Full-bottle worthy without a doubt.
5. A

   Arlo Dubois Like June 16, 2026

   I needed a full wearing before I made my mind up about Especially. The drydown leans on Musk and that is exactly where it feels most comfortable. After about twenty minutes the heart settles into Rose with Water Notes, which is where the fragrance really shines. It lasts through a full workday on me, which is exactly what I want. Well done — recommended if the notes appeal to you.
6. M

   Maren Eriksson Love June 17, 2026

   Picked up a sample of Especially after reading the community buzz (2011). The base rests on Musk — warm, grounded and easy to live with. As it settles, Musk come through and give it real depth. It lasts through a full workday on me, which is exactly what I want. This one gets my highest praise — beautiful from start to finish.
7. F

   Felix Ford Love June 19, 2026

   I needed a full wearing before I made my mind up about Especially. The drydown leans on Musk and that is exactly where it feels most comfortable. That first spray gives a lovely Pear/Ambrette (Musk Mallow) impression that dries down smoothly. It is not the loudest scent I own, but the balance suits it well. Full-bottle worthy without a doubt.
8. E

   Elias Öztürk Ok June 22, 2026

   I needed a full wearing before I made my mind up about Especially. The first minutes are all about Pear with a hint of Ambrette (Musk Mallow) — it grabs attention without being pushy. After about twenty minutes the heart settles into Rose with Water Notes, which is where the fragrance really shines. After a few hours it becomes a soft skin scent with a lovely trail. I enjoy it when I wear it, yet I rarely think of reaching for it.
9. J

   Jasper Barlow Like July 25, 2026

   Escada knows how to compose, and Especially (2011) is proof. The base rests on Musk — warm, grounded and easy to live with. The first minutes are all about Pear with a hint of Ambrette (Musk Mallow) — it grabs attention without being pushy. Two sprays are enough — it carries well without shouting. Well done — recommended if the notes appeal to you.
10. L

    Linnea Lima Ok July 27, 2026

    Escada knows how to compose, and Especially (2011) is proof. The base rests on Musk — warm, grounded and easy to live with. Right away I get mostly Pear alongside Ambrette (Musk Mallow), fresh and very easy to wear. The drydown lingers pleasantly, and I do not need to reapply at lunch. Worth sampling before committing to a bottle.
11. L

    Liam Bauer Like July 29, 2026

    I have owned Especially for a while now and my opinion has only gotten stronger. That first spray gives a lovely Pear/Ambrette (Musk Mallow) impression that dries down smoothly. After about twenty minutes the heart settles into Rose with Water Notes, which is where the fragrance really shines. In cooler weather it sits closer to the skin, which I actually prefer here. I reach for it often and always enjoy the wear.