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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.
A surprisingly fresh, aquatic floral that bucks the trend for heavy blooms. It's clean, bright, and universally likable, though some wish it stuck around for longer.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 1% |
| Floral | 48% | 47% |
| Fruity | 6% | 3% |
| Green | 8% | 9% |
| Sweet | 18% | 16% |
| Warm | 5% | 6% |
| Woody | 12% | 19% |
| Earthy | 2% | 9% |
| Animalic | 6% | 4% |
| Fresh | 23% | 22% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
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
An aquatic white-floral built for warm weather - water lily, freesia, magnolia and jasmine carry in spring and summer humidity. The amber-cedar-vetiver base is too lightweight to hold up in cold, so autumn and winter wear loses presence quickly.
Occasions
Its clean, fresh, and subtle sillage makes it ideal for office and casual wear, as it's not overpowering. The lighter performance means it might get lost in a formal setting or on a lively date, but it's perfect for a post-workout refresh.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, White Floral, Aquatic accords and Cedar, Amber notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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