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Issey Miyake · Sold as masculine
L Eau d Issey Pour Homme Summer 2006
The hum of a city at midday, where the sun is high and the air vibrates with energy but remains cool under the shade.
Full bottle: Mid-range tier, typically $40–100. Links open each seller's own page. We may earn a commission; it never changes the order.
L Eau d Issey Pour Homme Summer 2006Mid-range · $40–100
40%Similar accords, often for lessBarakkat Gentle Gold · Fragrance WorldBudget tier, under $40 · shares nutmeg and coriander8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme Summer 2006 was launched in 2006 as an aromatic and fresh spicy fragrance that captures the essence of summer. The composition opens with a bright, crisp burst from rosemary, nutmeg, and coriander, creating a distinctive interplay between freshness and warmth. This is not just a scent for the season; it's a statement of elegance and innovation, much like Issey Miyake’s fashion designs that blend technology and fabric in unexpected ways.
A single spray is enough to capture the essence of this fragrance. The rosemary note opens up quickly, so it's best applied in the morning when you have time for its aromatic layers to unfold throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — L Eau d Issey Pour Homme Summer 2006, Issey Miyake
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The originalL Eau d Issey Pour Homme Summer 2006Issey Miyake · Mid-range · $40–100Fragrance World · 2022Barakkat Gentle GoldShares Nutmeg and Corianderunder $40★ 4.39 (271)
With Shiseido Zen for Men White Heat Edition
Adds citrus, green and fruity; shares three accords.
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Warmly received so far: loved by 63%, disliked or hated by 1%.