WS-IM-1994

L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme

1994Men

citrus up front, then aromatic, settling into fresh spicy.

L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme by Issey Miyake is a Woody Aquatic fragrance for men. L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme was launched in 1994. The nose behind this fragrance is Jacques Cavallier Belletrud. Top notes are Yuzu, Lemon, Bergamot, Lemon Verbena, Mandarin Orange, Cypress, Calone, Coriander, Sage and Tarragon; middle notes are…

citrus aromatic fresh spicy woody

Nose: Jacques Cavallier Belletrud

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Yuzu, Lemon, Bergamot, Lemon Verbena, Mandarin Orange, Cypress, Calone, Coriander, Sage, Tarragon
Heart· 2–4h
Blue Lotus, Lily-of-the-Valley, Nutmeg, Bourbon Geranium, Saffron, Ceylon Cinnamon, Mignonette
Drydown· 6h+
Tahitian Vetiver, Musk, Cedar, Sandalwood, Amber, Tobacco

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

50%

39%

33%

31%

27%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Summer46%Spring38%Fall12%Winter5%Day81%Night19%Wears lean male42%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best perfumes for beginners — More Issey Miyake picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme smell like?

citrus up front, then aromatic, settling into fresh spicy. Dominant accords: citrus, aromatic, fresh spicy.

What notes are in L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme?

Top: Yuzu, Lemon, Bergamot, Lemon Verbena, Mandarin Orange, Cypress, Calone, Coriander, Sage, Tarragon. Heart: Blue Lotus, Lily-of-the-Valley, Nutmeg, Bourbon Geranium, Saffron, Ceylon Cinnamon, Mignonette. Base: Tahitian Vetiver, Musk, Cedar, Sandalwood, Amber, Tobacco.

How long does L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme last?

Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme best for?

Summer is the top pick (46%). Spring is second at 38%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme?

Day wear leads at 81%. Night is a secondary pick at 19%.

Is L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 42% read it as lean male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme?

Composed by Jacques Cavallier Belletrud. Released in 1994.