A Drop d'Issey Essentielle Eau de Parfum bottle A Drop d'Issey Essentielle
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2023 Year 2018
££ Price Tier ££££
Sakura Eau de Parfum bottle Sakura

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - A Drop d'Issey Essentielle Eau de Parfum
A Drop d'Issey Essentielle is a quietly radiant green-floral that sparkles with aquatic freshness, perfect for those seeking an airy, understated scent that feels like a breath of spring.
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Our Verdict - Sakura Eau de Parfum
Sakura is a delicate floral that evokes spring's ephemeral beauty, though many reckon it's a bit pricey for a scent that's often compared to more affordable options. It's a clean, serene crowd-pleaser, but don't expect it to shout; this one whispers.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 2% 0%
Floral 26% 38%
Fruity 0% 5%
Green 31% 33%
Sweet 9% 14%
Warm 0% 0%
Woody 0% 2%
Earthy 6% 4%
Animalic 11% 10%
Fresh 35% 21%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
A Drop d'Issey Essentielle EdP
Sakura EdP

Notes

A Drop d'Issey Essentielle Eau de Parfum
Sakura Eau de Parfum

Top Notes

Top Notes

Shared Notes
Green 100% vs 100%
Only in A Drop d'Issey Essentielle Eau de Parfum
Sea Water 56% Lilac 44%
Shared Notes
Musk 45% vs 34%
Only in A Drop d'Issey Essentielle Eau de Parfum
Magnolia 55%
Only in Sakura Eau de Parfum
Mimosa 33% Violet 33%

Accords

A Drop d'Issey Essentielle Eau de Parfum Sakura Eau de Parfum
95%
Floral
100%
85%
Green
57%
80%
Aquatic
Powdery
63%
30%
Fresh
61%
60%
Aromatic
Rose
52%
50%
Musky
50%
35%
Salty
Floral shared
95%
100%
Green shared
85%
57%
80%
63%
Fresh shared
30%
61%
60%
52%
Musky shared
50%
50%
35%

Performance

A Drop d'Issey Essentielle Eau de Parfum Sakura Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Intimate
Projection
Moderate
Light
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

A Drop d'Issey Essentielle Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

The light, green, aquatic-floral composition fits best in spring and summer, evoking freshness and watery airiness that shine in warmer weather. Its delicacy is less suited for the depth of winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Sport

Its subtle projection and fresh character make it ideal for office, casual, and daytime wear, never overwhelming. Works for sport and low-key dates, but lacks the boldness for formal evening occasions.

Sakura Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its fresh, clean, and understated floral profile makes it perfect for the office or casual wear. While pretty for a date, its intimate projection might not be bold enough for formal events or sports.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
83%
Olfactory
94%
Notes
86%
Accord
61%
Key Similarities

Both share Floral, Fresh, Green accords and Green, Musk notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

A Drop d'Issey Essentielle Eau de Parfum
Sakura Eau de Parfum
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