L' Bleue d'Issey
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2004 | Year | 2018 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Orange X Santal
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
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.
This one's a mixed bag, to be honest. Some reckon it's a photorealistic orange dream with a lovely sandalwood drydown, while others find the citrus too fleeting, the sandalwood too muted, or the whole thing just a bit basic. Performance is a common sticking point, so don't expect it to last for ages.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 19% | 22% |
| Floral | 7% | 2% |
| Fruity | 3% | 2% |
| Green | 18% | 24% |
| Sweet | 11% | 8% |
| Warm | 13% | 3% |
| Woody | 25% | 32% |
| Earthy | 14% | 12% |
| Animalic | 1% | 0% |
| Fresh | 23% | 19% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
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.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean character makes it ideal for casual wear, the gym, or the office, where its often-reported moderate projection won't overwhelm. However, the lack of significant longevity or sillage limits its suitability for formal events or a date night where you want to make a lasting impression.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Citrus, Fresh Spicy accords and Sandalwood, Cypress notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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