L'Eau d'Issey pour Homme Wood & Wood Intense
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| M | Gender | U |
| 2019 | Year | 2017 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Golden Prince
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Which Should You Buy?
An assertive, contemporary woody fragrance with a sharp resinous edge and lively citrus-spice opening. It radiates depth and confidence without sacrificing wearability.
A solid, familiar, woody-spicy scent that some find a bit generic, but it's a dependable and well-behaved choice for the office and casual wear. Not groundbreaking, but reliably good.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 14% | 9% |
| Floral | 0% | 0% |
| Fruity | 8% | 10% |
| Green | 4% | 10% |
| Sweet | 10% | 10% |
| Warm | 10% | 21% |
| Woody | 40% | 34% |
| Earthy | 18% | 22% |
| Animalic | 2% | 0% |
| Fresh | 19% | 12% |
Mood
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The bold woody and spicy facets work well in the cooler air of fall and winter, while the fresh citrus and aromatic elements keep it wearable in spring and milder summer days. The rich, resinous core can feel a touch heavy in peak heat.
Occasions
Its woody-spicy character and moderate projection make it ideal for dates and smart casual occasions, while the clean freshness allows for some office and formal use. Too opulent for sporty settings.
Seasons
Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and longevity make it suitable for office environments, especially given its clean and balanced woody-spicy profile. The approachable scent profile and confidence-boosting nature mentioned by reviewers lend it well to casual settings and dates, though its formality is somewhat limited.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Aromatic, Fresh Spicy accords and Vetiver, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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