Issey Miyake
L'eau d'Issey Issey Miyake
L'eau d'Issey by Issey Miyake, launched in 1992, opens with a fresh and fruity burst of melon and lotus, quickly evolving into a heart of lily-of-the-valley and rose water, where cyclamen and freesia add a subtle sweetness. The base notes of musk, tuberose, and exotic woods provide a rich, creamy texture that is both floral and woody, with hints of osmanthus, cedar, sandalwood, and amber. The overall character is fresh and floral, with a hint of warmth that keeps the scent from becoming too cold or too sweet. It suits spring and early summer, daytime, and outdoor settings, where a light, fresh fragrance complements a casual and breezy atmosphere.
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Accords
Note pyramid
From the encyclopedia
- Contains Water Peony, a note found in only 1 fragrances
- One of 120 Issey Miyake fragrances in the encyclopedia
OurScent readers
Performance
Longevity
weak
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Sillage
moderate
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Audience & value
Gender
female
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Price value
good value
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Where it works
Climate
hot humid and mediterranean
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Season
spring and summer
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How it lasts in our climate
Not enough reports yet on how L'eau d'Issey Issey Miyake lasts in our heat. If you have worn it, tell us — three taps.
OurScent’s verdict
Suits you if
- you want something fresh for summer heat
- you live somewhere hot and humid
- you want good value for money
May not suit you if
- you need it to last from morning to evening
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Who made it
The perfumer
Jacques Cavallier Belletrud
- Perfumes in the encyclopedia
- across their career
- Company
- Other houses
Questions about L'eau d'Issey
- Does L'eau d'Issey last in the heat?
- Our estimate from its composition, until enough readers vote: longevity “weak”, and it suits hot, humid weather and mild weather.
- Who is L'eau d'Issey for, and in which season?
- The house makes it for women. From its accords, we estimate it is best in spring and summer.
