L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme Eau & Cèdre Intense
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| M | Gender | U |
| 2022 | Year | 2008 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Red Vetiver
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A minimalist fusion of vibrant cedar, fresh spice, and earthy woods, Eau & Cèdre is quietly assertive yet refreshingly clean. An understated masculine staple for lovers of modern woody scents.
If you're after a Terre d'Hermes EDT alternative with serious oomph, Montale Red Vetiver is your ticket. Expect a bolder, spicier take on the classic vetiver-citrus profile, though there's some debate over new batch performance.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 3% | 16% |
| Floral | 0% | 0% |
| Fruity | 0% | 2% |
| Green | 7% | 6% |
| Sweet | 7% | 6% |
| Warm | 26% | 19% |
| Woody | 49% | 38% |
| Earthy | 25% | 27% |
| Animalic | 0% | 0% |
| Fresh | 11% | 13% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The sparkling cardamom and grapefruit freshness suit spring and mild summer days, while the earthy, woody cedar and vetiver base excel in crisp autumn air. Less suited to winter cold due to its moderate warmth and projection.
Occasions
Its refined woods and subtle projection make it ideal for casual wear and the office, with enough freshness for dates. Not too bold or sweet for formal black-tie or sporty settings.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its robust projection and long-lasting nature, particularly in older batches, make it less ideal for the office but great for casual and date settings. The woody, spicy accords lend themselves well to everyday wear, but it's perhaps too loud for very formal events or high-intensity sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Aromatic, Earthy accords and Patchouli, Cedar notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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