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L' Bleue d'Issey Eau de Toilette bottle L' Bleue d'Issey EDT
EDT Concentration EDP
M Gender U
2004 Year 2016
££ Price Tier ££
Clémentine California Eau de Parfum bottle Clémentine California EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - L' Bleue d'Issey EDT
A truly polarising scent; some call it a masterpiece, others a disaster. Expect a unique, raw interpretation of nature, not a crowd-pleaser. Not truly 'blue' despite the bottle, so don't expect a typical freshie.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Clémentine California EDP
A truly gorgeous, photo-realistic clementine opener that is universally adored. If only that vibrant top note stuck around, this would be a year-round staple. As it stands, it's a fleeting summer dream, perfect for an instant pick-me-up - just be prepared to reapply often.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
L' Bleue d'Issey EDT
Clémentine California EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Mandarin 17% vs 34%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 18% vs 30%
Only in Clémentine California
Cypress 37% Vetiver 32%

Accords

L' Bleue d'Issey Clémentine California
100%
Woody
70%
60%
Citrus
100%
97%
Aromatic
78%
88%
Fresh Spicy
70%
Sweet
49%
Green
48%
Fruity
46%
40%
Earthy
Woody shared
100%
70%
Citrus shared
60%
100%
Aromatic shared
97%
78%
Fresh Spicy shared
88%
70%
49%
48%
46%
40%

Performance

L' Bleue d'Issey Clémentine California
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

L' Bleue d'Issey

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its potent herbal and woody character, combined with reports of strong projection and long-lasting performance (for some), makes it less suitable for restricted office environments. However, its unique natural forest scent and versatility across seasons mean it fits well for casual outings, some date scenarios, and even certain formal settings where a distinctive aura is desired.

Clémentine California

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its luminous, clean profile and notoriously poor longevity make it perfectly suited for casual wear or the office, where subtlety is key. It's too ephemeral and light for formal events and lacks the depth for a serious date night, but perfect for a quick, refreshing lift before or after sport.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
91%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, aromatic, fresh spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

L' Bleue d'Issey EDT
Clémentine California EDP
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