Issey Miyake 2013 EDP

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Pleats Please 2013

by Aurélien Guichard

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Issey Miyake Pleats Please 2013 is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013, created by Aurélien Guichard. Pleats Please 2013 opens with Macaron and Violet, settles into a heart of Sweet Pea and Peony, and dries down to a base of Patchouli and Vanilla. Issey Miyake's Pleats Please 2013 carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

This one's a divisive violet beast - you'll either love its intensely sweet, powdery charm or find it a bit too much, like a 'grape soda' with an odd, almost plastic edge. Best described as a 'mischievous violet', it’s definitely not a blind buy.
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  • Bold
  • Playful
  • Modern
  • Sweet
  • Luxurious
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Pleats Please 2013 Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Violet61%
Macaron39%
Heartas listed
Sweet Pea60%
Peony40%
Baseas listed
Patchouli50%
Vanilla50%

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 Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong sillage and very sweet, prominent notes, this scent isn't ideal for office wear where subtlety is key. It's much better suited for dates or casual outings where its unique character can shine without overwhelming those around you.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Pleats Please EDP kicks off with a bold, sweet violet, softened by a powdery macaron note that some perceive as almondy or grape-like. The heart unfolds into a plush bouquet of sweet pea and peony, adding a juicy, almost candy-like floralcy. The drydown grounds this vibrant sweetness with a subtle earthiness from patchouli and a creamy warmth from vanilla, creating a surprisingly deep and rich finish.

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