Perfumes Like Escada Rockin' Rio
For the feel of Escada Rockin' Rio, try Guava Sorbet, Campus and Ambrosia. Rockin' Rio is a sweet tropical scent shaped by pineapple, coconut and peach. Guava Sorbet is bright and citrusy, Campus swaps much of the sweetness for clean herbs, while Ambrosia adds powdery florals to its lush fruit.
Ambrosia by Byermia £125.00
- Key notes:
- civet
- coconut
- guava
- heliotrope
- mango
- mimosa
- orris (iris root)
- peach
- plumeria
- sandalwood
- tuberose
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- fruity
- vintage/old school
Inspired by the mythical nectar of the gods, Ambrosia opens with the sweet, delicate notes of plumeria and mango, layered with the lush richness of peach, lychee, and coconut. The heart reveals the creamy depth of heliotrope, musk, and guava, while wafts of French orris, Mysore and Sri Lankan sandalwood, Indian tuberose and vintage Ethiopian civet evoke a divine atmosphere—capturing the essence of heavenly indulgence.
Fawaki Fawaki by Mabra £75.00
- Key notes:
- cedarwood
- coconut
- mango
- pineapple
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- fruity
- vintage/old school
- woody
Fruit punch with emphasis on the PUNCH. Scratchy-sweet pineapple joins forces with crisp green apple and rich mango for a tropical explosion. Before the dust settles, soft almond and coconut infuse the floral and woody haze.
Kolada by Kajal £195.00
- Key notes:
- amber
- coconut
- lily-of-the-valley
- pineapple
- Aromagroups:
- fruity
- marine
Inspired by the iconic cocktail Piña Colada, Kajal Kolada pays homage to escape and blissful pleasure. Kolada starts as it means to go on with a skyscraper pineapple, given an assertive twist by a metallic lily-of-the valley accord. The uneasy alliance of tropical fruit with this mineral floral is fleshed out with creamy coconut milk and amber. A provocative perfume.
Guava Sorbet by Brandt £185.00
- Key notes:
- bergamot
- guava
- mandarin
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- fruity
Tropical-la-la-la! Guava Sorbet sings out with juicy mandarin, fresh guava and tart passionfruit. This abundance of tropical playfulness gets a posh gloss with peachy osmanthus and sultry jasmine. It’s sunshine in a bottle.
Campus by Molinard £65.00
- Key notes:
- geranium
- lavender
- patchouli
- pineapple
- sandalwood
- Aromagroups:
- aromatic
- woody
Campus is the 'bon vivant' moment in Molinard's historical collection, first created in 2004 it sparks adventurous pineapple and calms into luxurious tones of Provençal Lavender. It conjures an air of freedom and elegance. Beautiful geranium and woody notes from amber and sandalwood makes Campus nothing short of charm in perfume form.
Pluie de Soleil by Phaedon Paris £95.00
- Key notes:
- freesia
- pineapple
- sandalwood
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- fruity
- woody
Pluie de Soleil is a sunny fruity floral. Lemon and bergamot give Pluie de Soleil a fresh opening followed by delicate hints of freesia, white peach and strawberry.
The central fruity floral facet rests on a base of sandalwood, cashmeran and vanilla. With its title translating as 'It’s raining Sun’ Pluie de Soleil is a joyful, vivacious fragrance evocative of a Mediterranean summer.
Sunscreen by Comme Des Garcons £100.00
- Key notes:
- coconut
- heliotrope
- milky nuance
- peach
- sun lotion
- Aromagroups:
- edible
- woody
Sunscreen captures the shimmering memory of a long-lost summer. West Coast sun against salty skin morphs into cool splashes of ocean surf, and the whiff of chlorine on the wind. Plastic pool floats and coconut sun lotion: the scent of Venice Beach, California. Comforting and weird.
Tubereuse Vertigineuse by Molinard £80.00
- Key notes:
- amber
- coconut
- peach
- tuberose
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- fruity
- vintage/old school
With a dizzying effect on the senses, tuberose exudes opulence and olfactory that might only a master perfumer can tame. Bursting with sunshine, this white flower from Grasse unleases a soft, voluptuous perfume. A honeyed top note gradually develops over a base sandalwood and white musk.
This original interpretation of the flower ushers in a world of prestige, with a hint of oriental mystery. A fantasy for the sensory imagination.
Red by Sora Dora £170.00
- Key notes:
- coconut
- mandarin
- mandora
- nutmeg
- orris (iris root)
- sandalwood
- sunflower
- Aromagroups:
- woody
Warm, spicy and friendly, this extrait summons the good and protects you from the bad. A nutty haze of coconut a-swirl with cardamom, walnut and nutmeg soon deepens with the plush lushness of jasmine and iris. Fig, richly sweet and vegetal, adds contrast, while sandalwood provides cozy, just-out-of-focus grounding that is mellow and milky.
Gratia Aestiva by Aura Eximia £205.00
- Key notes:
- jasmine
- pineapple
- strawberry
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- fruity
Gratia Aestiva is Latin for “summer grace”, and this extrait is an absolute abundance of sundrunk fruit. Punchy pineapple, melon and strawberry wave a big HELLO right out of the bottle, while passion fruit, with its tangy, grapefruit bite, tempers the sweetness with rawness. Indian jasmine adds floral fullness on a spiced bed of coriander and ambered woods. On the right side of too much.
About Rockin' Rio by Escada
- What does Escada Rockin' Rio smell like?
- Escada Rockin' Rio smells sweet, playful and tropical, with an energetic floral-fruity character and a warm, creamy finish. Its sunny mood suits summer getaways, beach days and casual daytime wear.
- What perfume smells like Escada Rockin' Rio?
- Fawaki Fawaki has a similarly tropical combination of coconut and pineapple, softened by vanilla and grounded with cedarwood. It is simpler, sweeter and more powdery than Escada Rockin' Rio.
- Is Escada Rockin' Rio discontinued?
- Yes. Escada Rockin' Rio is largely discontinued. It first appeared in 2005 and was re-released as a limited edition in 2011.
- How does Kolada compare with Escada Rockin' Rio?
- Kolada shares the coconut and pineapple pairing found in Escada Rockin' Rio. Lily-of-the-valley gives it freshness, while amber adds depth, producing a bolder and more intense tropical scent.
- How does Sunscreen compare with Escada Rockin' Rio?
- Sunscreen connects with Escada Rockin' Rio through coconut and peach, but its sun-lotion accord, heliotrope and milky nuance make it creamier, softer and more casual than the fruitier Escada scent.









