L' Bleue d'Issey
| Edt | Concentration | Edt |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2004 | Year | 1997 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
de Grey Flannel
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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 budget-friendly aquatic woody fragrance is a fresh, clean scent that punches well above its weight, with many proclaiming it a dead ringer for Chanel's Platinum Egoiste. Don't expect huge performance, but for the price, it's a solid, inoffensive daily reach.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 19% | 10% |
| Floral | 7% | 5% |
| Fruity | 3% | 1% |
| Green | 18% | 15% |
| Sweet | 11% | 9% |
| Warm | 13% | 6% |
| Woody | 25% | 31% |
| Earthy | 14% | 11% |
| Animalic | 1% | 7% |
| Fresh | 23% | 26% |
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Base Notes
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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 spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and inoffensive profile makes it ideal for office and casual wear, akin to a 'shower gel' scent. While some reviewers call it a good gym scent, its lighter performance limits its suitability for formal events or a romantic date.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Aromatic, Citrus accords and Lavender, Star Anise notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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