L Eau d Issey Shades of Kolam
“L'Eau d'Issey Shades of Kolam by Issey Miyake is a Floral Fruity fragrance for women”
The Quick Read
Respected, if divisive — a floral, sponsored composition with a white floral undertone. Voted best for summer wear, leaning feminine.
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L'Eau d'Issey Shades of Kolam, launched in 2020 by Issey Miyake and created by perfumer Marie Salamagne, is a Floral Fruity fragrance that captures the essence of delicate balance. The composition opens with the brightness of grapefruit and freesia, creating an immediate sense of freshness. This lightness then gives way to the warm complexity of jasmine sambac and may rose, underscored by the savory notes of cardamom and basmati rice. Ambergris and cedar provide a grounding warmth, ensuring that the fragrance remains engaging throughout the day.
Composition & Character
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Application Tips
Apply this fragrance in light layers; the grapefruit top notes dissipate quickly but leave behind a lingering floral heart. The warm base notes develop slowly, so it's best to let them build gradually over time.
Marie Salamagne
Founding perfumer · 198 fragrances
Designer Issey Miyake
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The story behind the bottle.
The intricate patterns of a kolam drawing on a sunlit doorstep, where fresh fruits and flowers blend with earthy spices and subtle warmth.
Fig. 01 — L Eau d Issey Shades of Kolam, Issey Miyake
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