Issey Miyake 2012 EDP

F ££££ Acquired

Pleats Please

by Aurélien Guichard

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Issey Miyake Pleats Please is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012, created by Aurélien Guichard. Pleats Please opens with Peony, settles into a heart of Sweet Pea and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Patchouli, and Vanilla. Issey Miyake's Pleats Please carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

Pleats Please is an unexpected delight, genuinely unique and far from the usual Issey Miyake fare. It's a crowd-pleaser that manages to be both fresh and deep, leaving you wanting more.
  • Fresh
  • Elegant
  • Modern
  • Relaxed
  • Confident
Pleats Please Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall
Also Works:
Winter

Built on floral, white floral and woody - a composition that sits best in spring, summer and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its blend of freshness and depth makes it versatile; it's gentle enough for daily wear and office environments, yet distinctive for dates. While generally appealing, its noticeable floral presence might be too specific for some formal events, and it's certainly not suited for sport.

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About

Opening with a bright, delicate burst of peony, Pleats Please quickly settles into a rich, sweet floral heart of sweet pea and jasmine that's anything but sharp. There's a noticeable warmth, avoiding any cloying sweetness, thanks to a subtle woody base of cedar and a hint of vanilla. The patchouli is expertly blended, adding a modern, earthy depth without being overpowering, giving the whole composition a surprising vintage-modern twist.