L'Eau d'Issey
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| F | Gender | U |
| 1992 | Year | 2024 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Shiyaaka Rose Gold
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A benchmark aquatic floral that's as clear and delicate as a mountain spring, L'Eau d'Issey is the archetype of effortless daily elegance. Both uplifting and quietly sophisticated.
This perfume is a divisive one - some find it a delightful, budget-friendly floral with a playful twist, while others are put off by its perceived artificiality and comparisons to cheaper scents. It's a bit like Marmite, you'll either love it as a casual daily wear or find it a bit, well, 'meh'.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 48% | 49% |
| Fruity | 6% | 4% |
| Green | 8% | 10% |
| Sweet | 18% | 23% |
| Warm | 5% | 7% |
| Woody | 12% | 17% |
| Earthy | 2% | 3% |
| Animalic | 6% | 3% |
| Fresh | 23% | 23% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The light, aquatic floral structure makes it ideal for spring and summer, evoking freshness and watery blossoms. Its clean transparency is less suited for cold winter days.
Occasions
With gentle projection and clean freshness, it's perfect for office, everyday wear, and understated occasions. Its aquatic, non-intrusive nature works for active and casual settings.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and 'not too beast mode' nature make it suitable for office wear, especially as a 'budget daily' option. The fresh, casual floral profile is perfect for everyday activities and casual outings, though it lacks the gravitas for formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, Fresh, Woody accords and Lily Of The Valley, Peony notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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