L'Eau d'Issey by Issey Miyake

Brand: Issey Miyake

Concentration: EDT

Scent overview

A lotus and rose duo opens onto a lily accord and fresh floral bouquet over precious woods and musk. The original floral aquatic.

Scent Character

EDT · Introduced 1992 · Women

Key accords: Lotus, Rose, Melon, Lily, Peony, Lily of the Valley

Top Notes

Heart Notes

  • Lily
  • Peony
  • Lily of the Valley

Base Notes

  • Musk
  • Woody Notes
  • Osmanthus

Occasions: Daytime, Office, Casual

Seasons: Spring, Summer

Fragrance overview

L'Eau d'Issey by Issey Miyake belongs to the floral fragrance family. A lotus and rose duo opens onto a lily accord and fresh floral bouquet over precious woods and musk. The original floral aquatic. L'Eau d'Issey opens with Lotus, Rose, and Melon. The heart brings Lily, Peony, and Lily of the Valley. It dries down to Musk, Woody Notes, and Osmanthus.

How to wear L'Eau d'Issey

On skin, L'Eau d'Issey by Issey Miyake has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDT concentration. It's best in spring and summer. Reach for it for daytime, office, and casual. Its best layering match in the catalog is Lafayette Street by Bond No. 9. Apply Lafayette Street first — its woody depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist L'Eau d'Issey over the top for floral complexity. Start with 2 sprays L'Eau d'Issey : 1 spray Lafayette Street and adjust to taste.

How the notes develop

L'Eau d'Issey opens with Lotus, Rose, and Melon.

The heart brings Lily, Peony, and Lily of the Valley.

It dries down to Musk, Woody Notes, and Osmanthus.

What to layer with L'Eau d'Issey

  • Bond No. 9 Lafayette Street bottle

    Lafayette Street by Bond No. 9

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share lily of the valley and musk.

    Order: Apply Lafayette Street first — its woody depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist L'Eau d'Issey over the top for floral complexity.

    Ratio: 2 sprays L'Eau d'Issey : 1 spray Lafayette Street

  • Amouage Beach Hut Man bottle

    Beach Hut Man by Amouage

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share musk and woody notes.

    Order: Apply Beach Hut Man first — its woody depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist L'Eau d'Issey over the top for floral complexity.

    Ratio: 2 sprays L'Eau d'Issey : 1 spray Beach Hut Man

  • Al Haramain Amber Oud White Edition bottle

    Amber Oud White Edition by Al Haramain

    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and musk.

    Order: Apply Amber Oud White Edition first — its woody depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist L'Eau d'Issey over the top for floral complexity.

    Ratio: 2 sprays L'Eau d'Issey : 1 spray Amber Oud White Edition

  • Al Haramain Portfolio Euphoric bottle

    Portfolio Euphoric by Al Haramain

    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose, lily, and musk.

    Order: Apply Portfolio Euphoric first — its citrus depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist L'Eau d'Issey over the top for floral complexity.

    Ratio: 2 sprays L'Eau d'Issey : 2 sprays Portfolio Euphoric

  • Guerlain Héritage bottle

    Héritage by Guerlain

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and musk.

    Order: Apply Héritage first — its woody depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist L'Eau d'Issey over the top for floral complexity.

    Ratio: 2 sprays L'Eau d'Issey : 2 sprays Héritage

Pairings to approach with care

  • Roja Parfums Enigma Pour Homme bottle

    Enigma Pour Homme by Roja Parfums

    Not Recommended · 30/99

    Enigma Pour Homme has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Enigma Pour Homme brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent.

    Order: Apply Enigma Pour Homme first — its oriental depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist L'Eau d'Issey over the top for floral complexity.

    Ratio: 2 sprays L'Eau d'Issey : 1 spray Enigma Pour Homme

  • Armani Stronger With You Intensely bottle

    Stronger With You Intensely by Armani

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    Not Recommended · 30/99

    Stronger With You Intensely has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Stronger With You Intensely brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent.

    Order: Apply Stronger With You Intensely first — its oriental depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist L'Eau d'Issey over the top for floral complexity.

    Ratio: 2 sprays L'Eau d'Issey : 1 spray Stronger With You Intensely

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Frequently asked questions

Which notes are listed for L'Eau d'Issey?

L'Eau d'Issey opens with Lotus, Rose, and Melon. The heart brings Lily, Peony, and Lily of the Valley. It dries down to Musk, Woody Notes, and Osmanthus.

How long does L'Eau d'Issey last, and how strong is it?

L'Eau d'Issey by Issey Miyake has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDT concentration.

When should you wear L'Eau d'Issey?

It's best in spring and summer. It suits daytime, office, and casual.

What layers well with L'Eau d'Issey?

Lafayette Street by Bond No. 9 is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share lily of the valley and musk. Apply Lafayette Street first — its woody depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist L'Eau d'Issey over the top for floral complexity. Start with 2 sprays L'Eau d'Issey : 1 spray Lafayette Street.

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