Maître Parfumeur et Gantier 1988 EDT

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Eau des Iles

by Jean-François Laporte

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Maître Parfumeur et Gantier Eau des Iles is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1988, created by Jean-François Laporte. Eau des Iles opens with Myrrh and Tarragon, settles into a heart of Ylang-Ylang, Coffee, Labdanum, and Incense, and dries down to a base of Vetiver, Patchouli, and Galbanum. Maître Parfumeur et Gantier's Eau des Iles carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

This 80s powerhouse is a smoky, coffee-laced beast of a fragrance. It's not for the faint of heart with its
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Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall
Also Works:
Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

With its strong sillage and long-lasting nature, this scent commands attention, making it less suitable for a quiet office environment. It's better suited for cooler evenings and offers a unique, sophisticated edge for dates or formal events, though its robust character might be too much for some casual settings.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Eau des Iles opens with a challenging, almost confrontational blast of smoky myrrh and sharp tarragon, like a forest god emerging from a bonfire. This quickly mellows, allowing the rich, dark warmth of coffee and resinous labdanum to emerge, interwoven with the exotic sweetness of ylang-ylang and deep incense. The base settles into an earthy, woody blend of vetiver, galbanum, and patchouli, creating a complex and enduring aroma that's both ancient and intoxicating. There's an animalic growl beneath the smooth layers, making it truly distinctive.

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