OsmanthusOpens with
LilyHeart
Woodsy NotesDries down to
Also asEau de Toilette · 2011 →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Issey Miyake · Sold as feminine
L Eau d Issey Gold Absolute
A quiet afternoon spent in a minimalist Japanese garden, where the air is filled with the delicate fragrance of blooming flowers and the soft scent of wood.
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L Eau d Issey Gold AbsoluteMid-range · $40–100
61%Similar accords, often for lessCool Water Ocean Radiance · DavidoffBudget tier, under $40 · shares 4 of its 6 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
L'Eau d'Issey Gold Absolute, launched in 2011 by Issey Miyake, is an Oriental Woody fragrance that blends the elegance of white florals with a subtle aquatic freshness. The composition opens with osmanthus and lotus, creating a delicate floral bouquet that transitions into a heart of lily and jasmine, adding depth and warmth. The base notes of woods and amber provide a grounding contrast to the lighter top notes, resulting in an overall harmonious blend.
Apply this fragrance sparingly to let its layers unfold naturally. The floral top notes are bright but fleeting, so a light spritz ensures that the warm woody base can shine through as the day progresses.
Fig. 01 — L Eau d Issey Gold Absolute, Issey Miyake
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The originalL Eau d Issey Gold AbsoluteIssey Miyake · Mid-range · $40–100Davidoff · 2003Cool Water Ocean RadianceShares 4 of its 6 notesunder $40★ 3.69 (29)50%Match
Victoria's Secret · 2014Victoria's Secret ForbiddenShares Jasmine, Woodsy notes and Amberunder $40★ 4.12 (169)44%Match
Victoria's Secret · 2020Jasmine WoodsAll 2 of its listed notes are in this oneunder $40★ 4.50 (2)
With Guerlain Chamade Pour Homme
Adds green, violet and fresh spicy; shares woodsy notes.
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What people
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 34%, disliked or hated by 18%.