Issey Miyake 2010 EDT

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L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme Summer

by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud

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Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme Summer is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2010, created by Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud. L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme Summer opens with Mandarin and Yuzu, settles into a heart of Cardamom and Sage, and dries down to a base of Amber and Vetiver. Issey Miyake's L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme Summer carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This is a cult classic Summer flanker, beloved by many for its bright, fresh take on the original Issey Miyake DNA. If you can still find it, snap it up, though some don't get the citrus hit others rave about.
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  • Clean
  • Energetic
  • Modern
  • Relaxed
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L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme Summer Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Yuzu56%
Mandarin44%
Heartas listed
Sage60%
Cardamom40%
Baseas listed
Vetiver64%
Amber36%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

Its fresh, citrusy profile makes it excellent for casual wear or sport, and a good choice for dates where a light, approachable scent is preferred. While it performs well, its vibrant nature might be a bit much for very formal settings, though it fares acceptably in an office if applied sparingly.

About

A zesty explosion of mandarin and yuzu immediately awakens the senses, delivering a vibrant citrus punch that feels clean and invigorating. This bright opening mellows into an aromatic heart of earthy sage and warm, clean cardamom, adding a subtle, sophisticated depth. The dry-down settles into a smooth blend of dry vetiver and a hint of sweet amber, retaining a fresh yet grounded character perfect for warmer days.

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