L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme Eau de Toilette bottle L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme
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1994 Year 2003
££ Price Tier ££
Eau de Lalique Eau de Parfum bottle Eau de Lalique

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme Eau de Toilette
A crisp, iconic aquatic citrus that still feels effortlessly modern and clean. L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme is a timeless staple for daily wear, balancing invigorating freshness with subtle woody depth.
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Our Verdict - Eau de Lalique Eau de Parfum
This is a real wildcard that'll divide opinion. If you're looking for a fresh, herbaceous scent that’s a bit unusual, Eau de Lalique is an affordable gem. Just be prepared for the 'pickle juice' comments - though many adore its unique twist.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 14% 13%
Floral 15% 16%
Fruity 3% 7%
Green 13% 10%
Sweet 14% 17%
Warm 18% 22%
Woody 18% 15%
Earthy 8% 3%
Animalic 7% 7%
Fresh 21% 18%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme EdT
Eau de Lalique EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Lemon 11% vs 16%
Bergamot 10% vs 16%
Mandarin 9% vs 13%
Shared Notes
Cinnamon 13% vs 32%
Only in Eau de Lalique Eau de Parfum
Freesia 35% Hibiscus 32%
Shared Notes
Musk 17% vs 28%
Sandalwood 16% vs 26%
Only in L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme Eau de Toilette
Vetiver 18% Cedar 17% Amber 16% Tobacco 15%
Only in Eau de Lalique Eau de Parfum
Guaiac Wood 24% Benzoin 20%

Accords

L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme Eau de Toilette Eau de Lalique Eau de Parfum
100%
Citrus
99%
Warm Spicy
100%
90%
Fresh
45%
80%
Aquatic
70%
Fresh Spicy
78%
70%
Aromatic
62%
60%
Woody
60%
45%
Floral
58%
30%
Green
58%
Powdery
51%
Musky
51%
Citrus shared
100%
99%
100%
Fresh shared
90%
45%
80%
Fresh Spicy shared
70%
78%
Aromatic shared
70%
62%
Woody shared
60%
60%
Floral shared
45%
58%
Green shared
30%
58%
51%
51%

Performance

L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme Eau de Toilette Eau de Lalique Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

The crisp citrus and aquatic freshness make it ideal for spring and summer, while its woody and spicy undertones add versatility for mild autumn days but lack the density for winter's chill.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual Sport
Also Works:
Formal

Its moderate projection and clean, uplifting vibe suit office and casual settings perfectly. The fresh character works for sporty occasions and daytime dates, while its subtlety makes it less suited for formal evening wear.

Eau de Lalique Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, mild sillage makes it ideal for office wear and casual outings, offering a refreshing presence without being overpowering. While somewhat versatile, its distinctive herbal character might be too casual for very formal settings, and its 'ethereal' nature doesn't lend itself to high-impact date nights. It excels in hot weather, making it suitable for activity.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
86%
Accord
72%
Key Similarities

Both share Citrus, Fresh Spicy, Aromatic accords and Sandalwood, Musk notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme Eau de Toilette
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