Is Perfume Parlour Superior Japan a dupe of Issey Miyake L'Eau Majeure d'Issey?
L'Eau Majeure d'Issey EDT
| EDT | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2017 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Superior Japan EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
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.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of L'Eau Majeure d'Issey - a citrus fragrance led by Grapefruit, Bergamot, with fresh depth. The dupe trades some of the original's depth and longevity for a wallet-friendly price, keeping the recognisable character.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
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
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.
Seasons
The citrus character is happiest in spring and summer - the freshness reads bright and clean in milder weather; the dupe's lighter build means it can struggle to project in the opposite season.
Occasions
Its citrus, fresh signature leans toward casual and daily wear - approachable enough for date use without overwhelming a room.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 5 of its 11 notes, including Sea Water, Woody Notes, Bergamot
Adds amberwood and cedar
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