Eau de Toilette2016
L Eau d Issey Pure Eau de Toilette
Also asEau de Parfum · 2016 →

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Issey Miyake  ·  Sold as feminine

L Eau d Issey Pure Eau de Toilette

The crisp clarity of an office desk adorned with fresh flowers, where the scent of sea air and delicate blooms intertwine to create a serene atmosphere.

3.80281 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprint
white floralmarinearomaticamberanimalicsalty
L Eau d Issey Pure Eau de ToiletteMid-range · $40–100
40%Similar accords, often for lessSacrifice for Her · AjmalBudget tier, under $40 · shares jasmine, orange blossom and ambergris8 matches →

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityModerate30% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak8%
Weak17%
Moderate46%
Long lasting26%
Eternal4%
SillageModerate35% say strong or enormous
Intimate27%
Moderate38%
Strong22%
Enormous13%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Notes Pyramid

Main Accords

When to Wear

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Who Wears It

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Masculine0%
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Unisex23%
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Feminine77%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 2016, L'Eau d'Issey Pure Eau de Toilette by Issey Miyake is a blend of marine and white floral accords that captures the essence of Japanese elegance. Perfumers Claire Liégent and Dominique Ropion created this fragrance with Sea Notes at its core, complemented by the softness of lily, jasmine, orange blossom, and damask rose. The base notes of cashmere wood and ambergris add a subtle warmth and animalic depth that grounds the composition.

How to wear it

One or two sprays are sufficient — this fragrance opens quickly with its marine top notes but develops its warmth gradually. It's best for daytime wear when you want a subtle yet distinctive presence.

Fig. 01 — L Eau d Issey Pure Eau de Toilette, Issey Miyake

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Claire Liégent portrait
03 · The nose

Claire Liégent

Claire Liégent was born in the Champagne region and grew up in her father's restaurant, developing an early sensitivity to scent.

46fragrances

Co-created with Dominique Ropion

The L eau d Issey line

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Designer Issey Miyake

More from the house · Japan

Similar accords, often for less

Love it, not the price?

Matched by accords and notes. Sample first, then decide.

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L Eau d Issey Pure Eau de ToiletteThe originalL Eau d Issey Pure Eau de ToiletteIssey Miyake · Mid-range · $40–100
40%MatchAjmal · 2007Sacrifice for HerShares Jasmine, Orange blossom and Ambergrisunder $40★ 4.05 (802)
L Eau d Issey Pure Eau de ToiletteL Eau d Issey Pour Homme Or Encens
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With Issey Miyake L Eau d Issey Pour Homme Or Encens

Adds woody, rose and smoky; shares two accords.

Suggested from accords and notes · not yet tried by wearers

06 · The Room

What people
are saying.

3.80/ 5 · 281 ratings

Respected, if divisive: loved by 23%, disliked or hated by 16%.

Love23%
Like51%
OK9%
Dislike14%
Hate2%
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