L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme by Issey Miyake
Brand: Issey Miyake
Concentration: EDT
Scent overview
Sparkling yuzu, lemon and mandarin warmed by nutmeg and blue lotus over vetiver, sandalwood and tobacco. The original woody aquatic by Jacques Cavallier.
Scent Character
EDT · Introduced 1994 · Men
Key accords: Yuzu, Lemon, Bergamot, Mandarin, Coriander, Nutmeg
Top Notes
- Yuzu
- Lemon
- Bergamot
- Mandarin
- Coriander
Heart Notes
- Nutmeg
- Blue Lotus
- Saffron
- Cinnamon
Base Notes
- Vetiver
- Sandalwood
- Cedar
- Tobacco
- Musk
Occasions: Office, Daytime, Casual
Seasons: Spring, Summer
Fragrance overview
L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme by Issey Miyake belongs to the woody fragrance family. Sparkling yuzu, lemon and mandarin warmed by nutmeg and blue lotus over vetiver, sandalwood and tobacco. The original woody aquatic by Jacques Cavallier. L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme opens with Yuzu, Lemon, Bergamot, Mandarin, and Coriander. The heart brings Nutmeg, Blue Lotus, Saffron, and Cinnamon. It dries down to Vetiver, Sandalwood, Cedar, Tobacco, and Musk.
How to wear L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme
On skin, L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme by Issey Miyake has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDT concentration. It's best in spring and summer. Reach for it for office, daytime, and casual. Its best layering match in the catalog is Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss. Apply L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Boss Bottled on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme : 2 sprays Boss Bottled and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme opens with Yuzu, Lemon, Bergamot, Mandarin, and Coriander.
The heart brings Nutmeg, Blue Lotus, Saffron, and Cinnamon.
It dries down to Vetiver, Sandalwood, Cedar, Tobacco, and Musk.
What to layer with L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme
Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share lemon, bergamot, and cinnamon.
Order: Apply L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Boss Bottled on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme : 2 sprays Boss Bottled
Ambre Nuit by Christian Dior
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share cedar and musk.
Order: Apply L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Ambre Nuit on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme : 2 sprays Ambre Nuit
Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and musk.
Order: Apply L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb Midnight on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme : 2 sprays Flowerbomb Midnight
Gentleman by Givenchy
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, vetiver, and cedar.
Order: Apply L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Gentleman on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme : 2 sprays Gentleman
Crystal Noir by Versace
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share sandalwood and musk.
Order: Apply L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Crystal Noir on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme : 2 sprays Crystal Noir
Pairings to approach with care
Brutus by Orto Parisi
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Not Recommended · 40/99
Brutus has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Brutus brings a chypre contrast to this woody scent, and they share bergamot, cedar, and musk.
Order: Apply Brutus first — its chypre depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme over the top for woody complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme : 1 spray Brutus
Uomo Acqua by Valentino
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Uomo Acqua brings a fresh contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Uomo Acqua on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme : 2 sprays Uomo Acqua
Related fragrances and why
- Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss — Both include lemon, bergamot, and cinnamon.
- Ambre Nuit by Christian DiorTrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include cedar and musk.
- Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf — Both include bergamot and musk.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme?
L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme opens with Yuzu, Lemon, Bergamot, Mandarin, and Coriander. The heart brings Nutmeg, Blue Lotus, Saffron, and Cinnamon. It dries down to Vetiver, Sandalwood, Cedar, Tobacco, and Musk.
How long does L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme last, and how strong is it?
L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme by Issey Miyake has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDT concentration.
When should you wear L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme?
It's best in spring and summer. It suits office, daytime, and casual.
What layers well with L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme?
Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share lemon, bergamot, and cinnamon. Apply L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Boss Bottled on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme : 2 sprays Boss Bottled.
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