L'Eau d'Issey
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| F | Gender | U |
| 1992 | Year | 2016 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Magnolia Heights
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.
A truly gorgeous white floral with a delicate, airy touch. While one or two find it too green, the consensus is that this is a perfectly balanced, natural magnolia scent that's easy to wear and will turn heads for all the right reasons.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 2% |
| Floral | 48% | 47% |
| Fruity | 6% | 2% |
| Green | 8% | 11% |
| Sweet | 18% | 18% |
| Warm | 5% | 0% |
| Woody | 12% | 16% |
| Earthy | 2% | 3% |
| Animalic | 6% | 16% |
| Fresh | 23% | 16% |
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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 longevity, combined with its fresh, clean white floral character, make it highly versatile. It’s perfect for casual wear or the office, but its understated elegance also suits a date or less formal occasions. It's too subtle for a high-impact formal event and clearly not suited for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share White Floral, Floral, Ozonic accords and Musk, Cedar notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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