Floris London 2018 Edp

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Islay

Floris London Islay is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018. Islay opens with Galbanum, Smoke, and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Orris, Patchouli, Cedar, and Amber, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Musk, and Vanilla. Floris London's Islay carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

Floris' Islay is a peculiar beast - a restrained, almost austere woody-green fragrance that promises Hebridean whisky but delivers a polite, old-school barbershop scent. It's a classic Floris, but don't expect drama.
  • Bold
  • Calm
  • Elegant
  • Fresh
  • Masculine
Islay Eau de Parfum bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 9%
Floral 10%
Fruity 1%
Green 11%
Sweet 17%
Warm 10%
Woody 24%
Earthy 25%
Animalic 11%
Fresh 10%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office
Also Works:
Casual Formal

This scent is understated and barely noticeable after a short while, making it perfectly suited for the office where subtlety is key. Its traditional, clean profile also fits well for casual wear or more formal settings, though its lack of projection makes it unsuitable for a date where projection is often desired.

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About

Islay opens with a brisk, earthy greenness from galbanum and a flicker of bergamot, underpinned by a subtle wisp of smoke - nothing too dramatic. The heart settles into a powdery, almost starchy orris with dry cedar and patchouli, softening towards a creamy sandalwood, musk, and a whisper of vanilla in the base. It’s woody, a touch dusty, and undeniably refined.