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Issey Miyake · Sold as masculine
L Eau d Issey pour Homme Sport Polar Expedition
The clarity and invigoration of an early morning hike in the mountains, where the air is sharp with pine and earthy musk.
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L Eau d Issey pour Homme Sport Polar ExpeditionMid-range · $40–100
47%Similar accords, often for lessCitrus Dream · Victoria's SecretBudget tier, under $40 · shares grapefruit8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
L'Eau d'Issey pour Homme Sport Polar Expedition by Issey Miyake was launched in 2015 and is a creation of perfumer Christophe Raynaud. This fragrance captures the essence of an adventurous spirit with its citrus-aromatic blend, seamlessly transitioning from a fresh spicy opening to a grounding coniferous heart. The scent’s green undertones add a layer of natural freshness, making it feel like you are stepping into a crisp mountain breeze.
Apply this fragrance in light layers — its fresh spicy notes are most effective when they don't overwhelm. The scent blooms beautifully over time, so it's perfect for a day outdoors or an active workday.
Fig. 01 — L Eau d Issey pour Homme Sport Polar Expedition, Issey Miyake
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Christophe Raynaud
Architect first, craftsman secondChristophe Raynaud is a perfumer who describes himself as a craftsman with the sensitivity of an artist. He begins each fragrance with a raw olfactory block, working for hours to shape it as a sculptor would — first as architect, then as craftsman.
“At first, I am the architect, and then I become the craftsman.”
Christophe Raynaud · Fragrantica nose page bio (scraped into fragrantica_bio)
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The originalL Eau d Issey pour Homme Sport Polar ExpeditionIssey Miyake · Mid-range · $40–100Victoria's Secret · 2013Citrus DreamShares Grapefruitunder $40★ 4.07 (28)48%Match
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Victoria's Secret · 2010Grapefruit Lime & MintShares Grapefruitunder $40★ 4.50 (2)
With Jo Malone London Orange Marmalade
Adds woody, soft spicy and fresh; shares two accords.
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Warmly received so far: loved by 42%, disliked or hated by 10%.