Issey Miyake - L'eau D'issey Pour Homme

L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme by Issey Miyake is a woody-aquatic fragrance for men, released in 1994. Created by Jacques Cavallier Belletrud, it became one of the most iconic masculine fragrances of the 1990s, redefining freshness through a sophisticated blend of citrus fruits, aquatic accords, and an elegant woody base. It is timeless, clean, and effortlessly refined.

The opening bursts with the vibrant freshness of yuzu, lemon, bergamot, and mandarin, enriched by lemon verbena, cypress, and the signature calone accord that gives the fragrance its crisp marine character. Aromatic notes of coriander, sage, and tarragon add depth and dry sophistication. The heart reveals blue lotus, lily of the valley, and bourbon geranium, enhanced by spicy nuances of nutmeg, saffron, and Ceylon cinnamon. The base combines Tahitian vetiver, musk, cedar, sandalwood, amber, and tobacco, leaving a warm, masculine, and beautifully balanced trail. L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme remains a true modern classic—fresh, elegant, and versatile, perfectly suited to both everyday wear and more formal occasions.

Notes:

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