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L'Eau d'Issey Eau de Parfum bottle L'Eau d'Issey EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
F Gender F
2006 Year 2020
££ Price Tier £
Aqua (previously called Isis): dupe for Issey Miyake L' Eau Eau de Toilette bottle Aqua (previously called Isis): dupe for Issey Miyake L' Eau EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - L'Eau d'Issey EDP
A radiant, clean aquatic floral with a breezy green edge that feels like a modern classic. Effortlessly wearable and luminous, it brings a rejuvenating splash of energy and optimism to every day.
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Our Verdict - Aqua (previously called Isis): dupe for Issey Miyake L' Eau EDT
A budget-friendly aquatic fragrance with subtle freshness ideal for casual and office wear.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
L'Eau d'Issey EDP
Aqua (previously called Isis): dupe for Issey Miyake L' Eau EDT

Notes

L'Eau d'Issey
Aqua (previously called Isis): dupe for Issey Miyake L' Eau

Core Notes

Core Notes

Only in Aqua (previously called Isis): dupe for Issey Miyake L' Eau
Green 100%
Only in L'Eau d'Issey
Freesia 50% Lotus 50%
Only in Aqua (previously called Isis): dupe for Issey Miyake L' Eau
Bergamot 39% Yuzu 33% Lemon 28%
Shared Notes
Rose 33% vs 29%
Lily 33% vs 23%
Only in L'Eau d'Issey
Calone 33%
Only in Aqua (previously called Isis): dupe for Issey Miyake L' Eau
Aquatic 47%
Only in L'Eau d'Issey
Osmanthus 100%
Only in Aqua (previously called Isis): dupe for Issey Miyake L' Eau
Musk 55% Cedar 45%

Accords

L'Eau d'Issey Aqua (previously called Isis): dupe for Issey Miyake L' Eau
95%
Aquatic
90%
90%
Floral
80%
Green
Citrus
80%
70%
Fresh
70%
40%
Fruity
35%
Musky
Aquatic shared
95%
90%
90%
80%
80%
Fresh shared
70%
70%
40%
35%

Performance

L'Eau d'Issey Aqua (previously called Isis): dupe for Issey Miyake L' Eau
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

L'Eau d'Issey

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

The fresh aquatic and green floral character shines in spring and summer, evoking cool water and blooming florals, but lacks the depth and warmth for colder months.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal Sport

Its moderate projection and fresh, non-intrusive sillage make it perfect for office and casual use. The bright, watery feel also fits sporty situations but is less ideal for formal evening wear.

Aqua (previously called Isis): dupe for Issey Miyake L' Eau

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

The citrus and aquatic notes make it a great choice for warm weather, providing a refreshing and light experience suitable for spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

With its moderate projection and versatile scent profile, it's suitable for office settings and casual outings without being overpowering.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
1%
Key Similarities

Both lean aquatic, fresh

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

L'Eau d'Issey EDP
Aqua (previously called Isis): dupe for Issey Miyake L' Eau EDT
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