L'Eau Majeure d'Issey Eau de Toilette vs Aquilo Eau de Parfum

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L'Eau Majeure d'Issey Eau de Toilette bottle L'Eau Majeure d'Issey EDT
EDT Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2017 Year 2022
££ Price Tier £
Aquilo Eau de Parfum bottle Aquilo EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - L'Eau Majeure d'Issey EDT
A crisp aquatic-woody that balances salty marine breeze with vibrant citrus and smooth woods. Effortless, modern, and perfect for daily wear, it’s understated but quietly confident.
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Our Verdict - Aquilo EDP
A budget-friendly freshie that's a dead ringer for Bvlgari Aqva, but don't expect it to last. It's a fantastic scent for the price, but be prepared to respray if you want it to stick around. Some find it a bit too ethereal, but fans swear by its straightforward marine charm.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
L'Eau Majeure d'Issey EDT
Aquilo EDP

Notes

Accords

L'Eau Majeure d'Issey Aquilo
85%
Citrus
100%
90%
Woody
65%
80%
Aquatic
58%
50%
Aromatic
73%
Marine
71%
35%
Amber
30%
Fresh
20%
Salty
Citrus shared
85%
100%
Woody shared
90%
65%
Aquatic shared
80%
58%
Aromatic shared
50%
73%
71%
35%
30%
20%

Performance

L'Eau Majeure d'Issey Aquilo
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Intimate
Projection
Moderate
Light
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

L'Eau Majeure d'Issey

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

The crisp citrus and marine notes make this best for spring and summer, offering a breezy, refreshing effect that complements warmer weather. The light woody base allows for some versatility into fall, but lacks the heft for winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Low projection and fresh, clean character make this perfect for office and casual wear, and it will not overwhelm in close quarters. It is also sporty and energetic, but is too understated for formal occasions.

Aquilo

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its fresh, light-bodied nature and generally weak performance make it ideal for casual wear, the office, or sports where a subtle scent is preferred. It lacks the gravitas or longevity for formal events or dates where a more impactful presence is desired.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
88%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, citrus, aquatic

Key Differences

Adds amber and clary sage, drops amberwood and bergamot

Where to buy

L'Eau Majeure d'Issey EDT
Aquilo EDP
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