Reviews of L'Eau D'Issey pour Homme (1994)
by Issey Miyake

A massive 1994 hit from Jacques Cavallier, I dare say L'Eau D'Issey pH was the inspiration behind the wildly successful Armani's 1996 release, Acqua di Gio. Fortunately for me it fell short of achieving the latter's insane popularity and thus remains sufficiently obscure, at least in my part of the world. Guys, women adore this scent even if you find it a little too safe. Let no amount of hype detract from the fact that this scent truly belongs in the pantheon of great fresh/aquatic fragrances.

This one is my new signature fragrance and replaced Allure Homme. It's freshness is so nice and it lasts and lasts. I put it on every morning after showering and I can still smell it in the next morning, sometimes it even survives my morning shower. 24h ore more and an shower between for a fresh fragrance is crazy. Sillage ist perfect too, everybody who is standing beside you is able to smell it and it doesn't become too strong if things are getting really close. The smell itself is one of the best things I have ever smelled, fresh, rich, interesting, unique. Because it's my new signature fragrance I asked many people if they like it on me, everybody does! Strong buy!!!

This one is a modern classic. One of the few scents that I find is overwhelmingly loved by women. With my preference for darker, heavier scents, it frustrates me to keep this one "active."

A must have for a men's frag collection no doubt.

Though with its popularity, I'm always a little put off when I run into another man wearing it. And that happens a lot.

Pretty good sillage. Good warm weather scent. Versatile enough for day or night wear. I'm little over it, but some of the women in my life won't let me let it go.

I'm baffled as to how I would describe it. It is a citrus I guess, but I must admit it does a nice job of not smelling like a typical citrus. I believe I have read somewhere that Issye was shooting for the smell of cherry blossoms.

Issey Miyake L'Eau D'Issey pour Homme


Guilty pleasures I have many. I love fine food and will pay lots of money for a tasting menu at one of my favorite chef's restaurants. On the other hand some nights there is nothing like a Burger King Whopper with cheese. There are times I sit there chewing thinking this is better than anything I have ever eaten before. As in life so it is with perfume. I have found a number of niche aquatic scents that I love but there are some days when I wear Jacques Cavallier's 1994 creation for Issey Miyake, L'Eau D'Issey pour Homme, that I think this is still the best. L'Eau D'Issey pour Homme is Perfume 101 for many colognoisseurs and rightfully so. It has been a staple scent of the fresh, aquatic category and is many perfume wearers aquatic of choice. One reason is it is probably one of the longest lasting in this category of scent. It is the only one I own that I have to be careful not to spray too much on and I don't have to worry about freshening it up later in the day. That is a big advantage. The other reason is it just is a good, solid scent. Yes there are better out there, a few. There are many much worse, a lot. From the top L'Eau D'Issey pour Homme blows in on a fresh breeze of citrus with yuzu taking the lead but there is a slight hit of coriander and sage to give a little unexpected depth to the top. The heart takes those and adds some spices with a little more heft to them as nutmeg, cinnamon and saffron deepen the development. They are joined by a green geranium note. The base goes all woody fresh with a light mix of sandalwood, vetiver and a touch of amber. L'Eau D'Issey pour Homme is the epitome of a linear scent starting off light and increasing in weight and depth thorughout. It has a nice sillage to it to add to its already mentioned longevity. Just as when I sit at Burger King eating my Whopper; L'Eau D'Issey pour Homme manages to bring the same guilty smile to my face, as big as it gets.

Hmmm this is a tough one for me. I bought this cologne strictly from hype. Cologne forums etc. Now this cologne does smell good, don't get me wrong, but there's no way it lives up to what everyone told me. Very much like aqua di gio. Haven't really worn this one much.

Do I think it smells good? 4/5
Compliments from the ladies? N/a
Overall 4/5

This one is insane!

The opening is powerfully fresh. Almost too fresh - it smells somewhat like laundry detergent. And yet...! Something in the middle stops it from becoming just that. After the initial blast comes a very fresh and invigorating floral mixture that, on my skin, lasts for an eternity. Beneath all that I-just-smelled-a-beautiful-and-delicious-flower-on-a-summer-afternoon stuff there hides a note of musk that doesn't let itself known until a little later. It's elusive but powerfully masculine - it reminds me of cigarettes somehow.

Amazing smell. I think I'm sold. No wonder it's so popular.

The word "zing" comes to mind when I tried this. I'm a fan of well composed citrus fragrances, and this is definitely one of the best, if not the best.
Slightly reminds me of Clinique Happy, but much, much better.
I could use this one as a pick me up on those dreary days.

Thumbs way up.

It's pure lemon/lime, but nice. 3-4 sprays and I'm good. It's a wonderful scent that beats Acqua di Gio and at least where I live is not a common scent. The ladies enjoy it and if you're going to a bar you can spray even more without worry.

Perfect. This is a great scent. I consider this to be a classic.

Smells great, but discrete, yet still has good sillage. This is the perfect fragrance for a scorching hot summer day.

Though this can be overly common, I still find this to be one of the best "fresh" scents. It has great longevity and projection and serves its purpose very well. I like the floral dry-down alot.

I am wearing it as i type. I love this scent. It is really good for the summer

Girls like the fragrance. I am a female, and I'd always wear it to high school (all girls high school) and girls would turn around and ask "who smells nice?" and it would be me! girls love this perfume.. well it sat well on me anyway :) very sweet guys perfume.

The most complimented fragrance I have. It is similar to Acqua di Gio but has something extra with and more character. More masculine IMO. My favorite of all.

In my opinion, the most beautifully crafted fragrance ever. Everything about this scent hold a place in my heart. It could be because it transitioned me from my Axe/ADIDAS/Curve self to a scent guru. This is the scent that got me into the fragrance. It could be the uniquely shaped, frosted glass bottle and the mysteriously colored juice, but what really makes me love this is the initial spray which makes it seem as if the EdT is carbonated because of the fizziness of it. It could also be my favorite scent of all time because my boyfriend wears it, go figure lol. Anyway, the longevity is excellent and so is the sillage. Another cool thing about this scent is that it's aimed for the summer, but because of it's strength, it can just as easily be worn in the dead-winter. Love this fragrance, wish I could give it more than 2 thumbs up lol

one of my very favourite perfume and it last for really long ...
recommended

Definitly an aquatic. Very mossy in the opening, but on the dry down the juniper stands out. This is what would happen if a good woodsy scent collided with a nice mossy aquatic. An enjoyable scent overall.

I've tried so many different fragrances: some cheap and some ultra expensive (By Kilian, Amouage, etc) and yet none of them have the balance on my skin that this has!

I know it's 15 years old, it's probably incredibly synthetic, etc., but this stuff just WORKS (on my skin).

It smells great from start to finish, parthly because it doesn't evolve much on me, although it does change a little. So many scents smell great as they open but turn to a cloying sickly sweet mess in the drydown. This stays balanced. Perfect for a summer evening or a winters day.
The silage is good and the longevity is at least 6-8 hours on me.

It's the best of the men's in the Issey range. The Intense is ok but doesn't move me. The Blue is plain awful.

I love the freshness of this scent. It can be a little overpowering on the first sniff, but once the fizzy top notes have died down a little it retains a fresh crisp ginger zing all day. Again, I prefer the 'pour homme' to the ladies' version. Its more definite, somehow.

A nice springtime/summertime fragrance.

I bought this back in 1994 while I was at uni. It was my 3rd signature scent, and one I've kept in my wardrobe ever since. That it is so popular really is of no worry to me. This is a beautiful acquatic scent that manages to be woody, citrusy and spicy as well.

I keep meaning to buy some high grade sandalwood oil to layer this with, to see how that would work.

The scent of many years of my life. I'm moving on to woody orientals and forays into oud, but this one will always be on my shelf.

A really remarkable scent which -- like Acqua di Gio, another of Monsieur Cavallier's creations -- thoroughly deserves its success based purely on its own merits (OK, you can shoot me now). Consider the following:

- It is a citrus, yet it lasts forever (much like Boucheron PH). And this isn't a case of being able to last by standing on a non-citrusy drydown -- the drydown holds down its lemony anchor until its last dying breath. In warm / moderate weather it lasts upwards of 8 hours on me with a few very abbreviated sprays, and in cold weather, well north of 12 hours.

- It's a citrus that's different from all other citrii due to very distinct floral elements that make themselves known fairly quickly. So don't pay any attention to people that say that this is a citrus like any other -- it isn't. You will not confuse l'eau d'Issey for anything else. It's quirky, distinctive and imaginative. As a result, 15 years after its launch, it still smells thoroughly contemporary and sophisticated.

- The citrus smells rich and intensely natural... again, like Boucheron PH's. This is not the liquid carbon dioxide mojito that far too many modern aquatics smell like.

Smells great, smells fundamentally unlike anything else, and lasts forever. What more could one possibly want of a great scent? And why would one deprive oneself of the opportunity to wear it because "it's too popular"? Life's too short, my friends. An enduring classic -- and a classic for a reason.

The way this cologne evolves while on your skin is absolutely amazing. I didn't like it when I first smelled it, but sprayed some on anyway. Several hours later, I caught the most wonderful scent and realized it was the Issey, which had dried down and exposed new layers. Very long lasting and makes your clothes smell wonderful.

One of the best fragrances I owned.
Awesome fizzy opening, superb middle notes and excellent drydown. I lost count of how many compliments I got with this.

This cologne is very popular with the ladies, when i wear this I am recieving compliments from girls left, right and centre .. I defiently highly recommend this fragrance, I found with this 1 that there is no need to over apply it as it does project really well and is really long lasting, 3 sprays with this fragrance is all you need at the most. A great fragrance from Issey Miyake.

Feels more sweet than citrously, a bit dry, remembers tangerines. Good to a warm day. I sweated a lot and it remained the same for at least 3 hours.

pleasent smell of lemons, a bit like washing up liquid to me but i like the smell of that. i only bought a sample and am thinking of buying a bottle but am unsure if i should considering the other scents i have in my collection that are alot better than this. this is however a very good scent i smells good on anyone who wears it.

Wonderful smell. Poor longevity. 4 stars.

Ah! another great scent from Issey Miyake. As sirslarty stated it lasts very very long. You cant believe the longevity on this one. Very clean, a hint of powdery. Dont confuse this one with the Intense, intense verison is pretty much different.

L'Eau D'Issey pour Homme is destined to become a classic. It surprises how it can be both fresh and long lasting.
It opens with a spicy citrus bouquet and the heavenly woody-floral drydown is nothing short of amazing! The development is perfect moreso it towers over AdG or any other edt of this category.
Please ignore critics that pan this due to its popularity - it is sublime!

Despite the fact that it is really popular this fresh and clean citrus scent is very pleasant.
Most suitable for spring summer times.

an amazing citrus based scent with the right balance of spicy and woody notes which still manages to keep this scent fresh. lasts forever on me. i think many overlook the basenotes. it has one of most musky, earthy & woody basenotes which to an extent is powdery. a winner in everybook there is. a must have in every collection. a great daily wear and yes, a hit with the ladies. this one is not my favorite if the Issey's, it's definitely is the second best. the firts place goes to Bleue

Truly pleasant and dignified fresh male scent that has so much layer to show, story to tell and people to seduce. It is almost a crime to wear it in winter though: this must be reserved for lazy summer days. I had used this when I was like 15 I think.

My complaint: the same thing with Cool Water, Envy for Men, Dolce&Gabbana pour Homme, Le Male by JPG etc.: so many men are using it, it has no depth, character, or charisma left to it. Even I had used it as a 15 year old pimply boy. No names, who knows nothing about masculine elegance, or really annoying guys you might know, who should never touch anything this nice and pure, are polluting the perception you might have about these fragrances, and that is exactly what has happened to Issey.

How can I use this scent out in the public today (and believe me, I am ballsy about my fragrance choices) when so many classless/faceless men I know are wearing the exact same scent? I don't want to share my personal choice with so many other men per se, and it cannot be helped.

Nowadays, I am using Obsession for Men sometimes with great confidence and happiness, since it is not the 80s, not many men wear that gorgeous creation anymore. Maybe 10 years from now, Issey will speak volumes again. But for now, it is just used, abused and bruised to me.

Fantastic creation though: almost like a gorgeous suit or shoe in a store that has been tried by so many other men before you.

A fresh clean slightly metallic green scent that lasts... what? A fresh scent that lasts? It reminds me a bit of Azzaro Now for Men. PS The "Intense" version is very different.

This shares a note with Escape for men, and yet it's so much more pleasant. It is a little much, at first. However, as the top notes cool off what remains is spicy and woody. The only strike against it is it's popularity, but we can't go tossing around the down thumb because the perfumer did a fine job.

When I first smelled L'Eau D'Issey I wasn't all too thrilled with it. Then the smell grew on me. I added it to my collection and noticed almost immediately thereafter that girls were now standing a lot closer to me as I waited in line, or stood in the elevator. They would even sit closer to me in class!!!

Overall, I strongly that this is one of the overall best men's fragrances. The notes are seamlessly balanced, and the drydown is nothing short of stellar. L'Eau D'Issey has an energy, a 'zing' that makes its wearer stand out. This is really powerful stuff. The key to this fragrance is the drydown. I sprayed it yesterday at noon before going to a party at 2 pm. A girl complemented me on my smell 9 hours later!!! Don't let the strong citrus of initial application fool you; give it some time and let the good times roll!

Nice scent but I prefer the Intense version. Still a winner though.

one of the frshest longest lasting creations the gods have ever made. a true masterpiece. floral and fresh but very unfeminine. one of the best 10 colognes imo ever produced.

I always been into the heavier woody scents. Dont know why...I always thought the fruity ones lacked personality, they always seemed to fade away within the hour on my skin. . This one proved me wrong. This one is so overwhelming lemon like (the Yuzu) but still pulls it off. I dont wear it that much because it so popular and i dont want to smell like everybody else. But eventually i always grab it, use it and feel great. And i know it will stay in my collection...

What can I say, this is my favorite scent, and when you want to "get fresh" and go out, this is the stuff you need to try before you but, very well put together, sophisticated, classy, eye opening, but not brash, and definitely not harsh.

Pimp C, R.I.P man, this was his favorite cologne, probably his only, Mary J. Blige's favorite too. Man............WOMEN LOVE THIS!!!!!!!

This is a first ballot hall-of-famer for nightclubbing fragrances besides Le Male, Desire, Dreamer, A*Men, and Fahrenheit. I've been using this since '94 and it has never begun to disappoint me in any situations filled with women. A lifetime keeper for me.

I have grown tired of this scent after having worn it on and off for 14 years. Once you've sampled more niche fragrances this starts to smell a bit synthetic. That said, even though every man and his dog seems to have a bottle and it has been imitated countless times, I still think that this is the best of its kind. Top notes verge on being too sharp but middle is simply lovely and it stays 'fresh' for hours on the skin. A smell that can cut through a smoky bar and a bona-fide modern classic

That day I was sitting on the bus on my way to work. Next to me was some young girl (apr. 18-19 years old). I was thoughtful. Suddenly I felt something on my shoulder. It was her chin. Her nose was quite close to my neck. She had a little smile on her face and it was so obvious that she was enjoying. Her nostrils were spread, her eyes were closed. It was no doubt; she liked my scent very much. She didn’t say anything and there was no need to. I must say this: She wasn’t aware of my existence, not even for a moment, and because of that the whole situation was even more likable.
Well, sometimes we receive speechless compliments and they can be more convincing than “oh, my God, how good you smell!!!” compliments.
By the way, I was wearing L’eau d’Issey that day.

Smells synthetic to me. However the dry down is absolutely amazing. This has woody notes infused with other ingredients to well that it is overall soothing and very mild (i detect light smelling north-indian sandalwood, which is not as strong as majority of fragrances using stronger smelling mysore sandalwood).

Oh and one more thing...this works like a charm w/ the ladies.

A potent and singular citrus fragrance. I think that the yuzu and the aldehydes are the key to the uniqueness of the top notes, which are as tart, refreshing, and sparkly as I want an opening to be. It’s special, it’s attention getting, it has good sillage, and it doesn’t appear to be widely variable on different skin types. It’s not a beautiful accord, but it is bright and lively and fresh, and very long lasting for a citrus accord. The middle notes add florals and spice to the mixture, while maintaining the liveliness of the opening; much of the tartness from the opening remains, and the freshness becomes smoother — a touch more elegant than the top. I believe that L’Eau D’Issey is primarily a linear fragrance because it retains the opening’s tart freshness through the drydown. I don’t love this fragrance but I like it: It is a very good one because of its uniqueness and freshness, its excellent sillage, and its wonderful longevity. The warnings about spraying too much and risking the cloying headache are oh-so-true. Best to be prudent in application.

One of my fave! Smell really fresh and clean. However I do realise the smell do change a tad sour if you dont use up the bottle after 1 yr.

One of the best citrus scents of all time! I wore this about 10 years ago and my use it again this summer, but if you want a good scent that is a stand alone fragrance. this is it!

L'Eau D'Issey,very nice with a guayabera(cuban formal dress shirt).tropical in nature.ciao!

I experienced this back in 1999 when someone walked into the room and instantaneously got everybody's attention. To me, this is one of the king of colognes, a classic that will never die and a must have for any fragrance enthusiast.
It smells like coldness. Imagine taking a deep breath of cold freezing winter air, with notes of lemon and something blue and a bit of cedarwood. It lasts forever. Even after washing your clothes. Use sparingly, otherwise everybody for miles will know you are wearing it. Also wins the award for the most copied fragrance ever.

I want to open by saying that I love perfume;the olfactory attribute of all being is I believe the most fascinating and complex.
L'Eau D'Issey is one of the most sophisticated EDTs I have come across in a while. Its Floral in a very masculine way (I don't know how Miyake pulled that on off...but he did !)It starts off strongly with the Yuzu and other fresh ingredients on the top notes. Its longevity is really interesting - When first applied L'Eau D'Issey's projection is very strong but as time passes by it mellows down and the base notes cling onto you very closely but still distinctly present to people around you ( I guess the Haitian Vetiver is to blame for that!) .The base notes can last on your skin for a good 16-24 hrs and on your clothes....forever in my observation.
Its as though L'Eau D'Issey evolves into a more personal fragrance as the day goes by.This is the kind of perfume you at times want to wear when alone at home just that you don't share its wonderful fragrance with anyone.Its been around for a good 13 years now and grown quite common BUT is still a very very personal favorite.
Viva Miyake...!!!

Wonderful scent, but after 3 years or so as my main EDT, I am sampling others to replace it as my mainstay. Expect to use it in the warmer months of summer, however.
Love M7 of all samples I have yet tried.

I like it! Clean, fresh, unique and longlasting.

P-E-R-F-E-C-T


This perfume is EXTREMELY LONG LASTING AND PROJECTIVE!


I can smell it from three meters away easily.


Lemony,yes but in a very masuline way.It sweeps off every smell.Very good.

10/10 this,normal XS and blackXS for me.Unforgettable and extremely perfect.

Uber-perfect!


Regards.

one of the best citrus scents.it opens strong then it settles down to a linear mossy citrusy scent.so the best part is the drydown. i was dissapointed by the longevity.it lasts 4 hours max on my skin.hope to try the intense version soon.

I have always associated this fragrance with four colours. From top to bottom, I would describe the scent like this:

1: Light grey. Very short-lived notes. Ozone, water mist, and a strange 'dry-cleaner' smell.

2: Sun-yellow. Mostly citrus but hints of saffron, too. A certain 'sharp' note is noticeable which gives this part a mineralic/salty twist.

3: Greenish-yellow. The best part. A sun-drenched forest combined with warm spices. Contains an element that reminds me of birch-bark.

4: Dark green. More forest but not sun-drenched anymore. Dark, moist, mossy. A special character is given by the combination of light tobacco and a soil-like note. This fourth part has almost infinite longevity.

This one can definitely be unisex. I don't think it's sex in a bottle, either, but it's got a great dry down, green, woody, vetiver. It goes through the top, mid, base stages very clearly, and is a lovely clean, fragrance that wears on female skin very well, without being too masculine.

Vanilla? Flowers? Whatever...

Honestly, please, anyone who is visiting this site to get a feel of what this men's perfume my be like, DON'T LISTEN TO ALL THE RAGING HYPE AND GROSS MISINTERPRETATION OF NOTES...

Ok, granted that they got some of them right - I guess waterlily gives it a light floralness, but not overtly.

If anything, this cologne is fresh, sharp, clean, but quite strong. It's very aquatic, green, oceanic and salty.

Its no where near as flowery as many others here have insisted - and even if it did have some vanilla in it (which it might do), it is such a small amount as to provide, if anything, a grounding effect...certainly doesn't lend any floralness to the character of this perfume...

Very modern - such that it has been contemporary for the last 13 years!

Oceanic, aquatic, fresh, clean-like, a little bit ozonic...quite nice...

It is actually different enought from other contemporary fragrances to do away with any thoughts on whether this is generic or not, but alas, it is sooo over used by sooo many people!

Still, great stuff!

Look up Fresh in the dictionary... you should find some trace of Issey Miyake in there...

One of the most beautiful fragrances to date! Love the lemon and the citron.. Dries amazingly, maintaining its freshness, and lasts forever!
Alot of women love this, and its PERFECT for the summer!
Thumbs LOVE IT!

I love it instant classic and women go crazy for this one old ,young, pretty, ugly they love it and they will let you know it so if u like attention and compliments this is a must have

I went to Italy in July 2001 and smelled this on my airport car driver and asked him what it was. Got back home and wore it. NICE! I'm a floral hater by far and it goes on floral and sweet a bit but with this cologne it's all about THE DRYDOWN. The end result after 1 hour is the best drydown scent possibly ever!
I've got 10% left and I will move on another new scent but I recommend it to most! Best drydown in my top 3.

Theres no denying that the market is somewhat saturated with 'L'eau D'Issey' PH, but the very fact it continues to appeal to markets both old and new, speaks for its mass appeal.
The thing is, its actually a fantastic scent - a woody marine fragrance with the freshness of citrus played against precious woods and spices. Other citrus/woody/aquatics such as 'Aqua di Gio PH' pale in contrast to this creation. For its complex variety of accords, LDIPH is remarkably clean and uncomplicated. It is a fragrance that projects well and lasts a long time. LDIPH is ideal in any season, day or night. IMO, its versatility and refined characteristics will see it remain a favourite for many years to come. Already a 'modern classic'.

Do you know love at first sight? Well, it happened with me when I first saw the advertising for this fragance on a mall, ten years ago. When I asked to taste this frag on my skin, well, I was about to ask the bottle for marriage...
Anyway, this is a very special fragrance for me, I won from my mother and it was my only fragrance for years. Wonderful, very green and long-lasting...
After ten years it still has the same perfume, the same longevity... and it still fills me with an elegant aura everytime I wear it...

Despite some objections to the flowery character provided by the vanilla, I find this scent intoxicating. Its uniqueness within a class of fragrance that seem all alike really speaks to its character. Really, it comes down to the individual preference, but if you are shopping within this category, this is a no-brainer.

This is the best fragrance ever!!!!
every girl love this scent!! very sexy!!!!!! try it!!!

This is a great clean fresh scent and I love it. Its similar to Aqua Di Gio but it has a little twist to it. I highly reccommend this one to anyone that loves to smell clean and refreshing. Oh yeah did I mention that th ladies love it too.

oh my god! this is the best fragrance i've ever had...the scent is so aromatic..and doesn't kill you as long as you smell it. I love every cypress (in my country it is called NIPIS) mixed with Yuzu (japaneese NIPIS)...and blended through my skin!! just can't ignore how much i love this fragrance...

this is the closest thing to love potion number 9. when i first came across this scent i was not impressed. It had a strong cheap woman's perfume smell as a top note but when it dried down... WOW. i can only explain this scent as fresh, masculine and intoxicating to women. I actually had a woman tell me that... "you smell intoxicating." Anyway, you will definately get noticed wearing this. Word of advice, don't spray on your clothes. One spray to the chest, one to your abdomin and two sprays to the neck is perfect. It is different from any other cologne b/c it is versatile. I can wear it to work, class, a date and the clubs. A must buy. I thought Dolce and Gabbana was best for nightlife b/c it will get you noticed, but Issey Miyake is number 1! buy it.

a let down. I was thinking something spectacular or close to it cause of all the hype. I give this a thumbs up anyway because it is a nice and clean scent with a powdery soap presence that's off putting. this one can mess with the nose and can bring a headache to some so spray light with this one.

A high-quality, rich, lemon-citrus fragrance. Smells like an exotic, moist, tropical summer morning.

This is the first fragrance I ever purchased for myself, and is something that I have worn for years. Issey stays the same on my skin as it comes out of the bottle which now is a little disappointing. The lack of depth and interest with this fragrance doesn't lend it very much wear anymore, but its still a signature scent for me. Timeless and ultimately soothing for me.

A top ten fragrance for me. Long lasting, classy, not intrusive but still a compliment magnet. Not overly popular in my area, which is a good thing. I bought without sampling off reviews and ingredients and was not disappointed. A little pricey..but worth it. A winner!

A bona fide classic scent and certainly the best of the Issey Miyake main line. The master designer at Firmenich Jacques Cavallier has created something quite classic with this. At first its green and fresh and the soft woody undertone... oblige me crazyingly sniffing! Hummmmmm this is very nice scent. I agree resitantly it is a bit like Acqua di Giò... but I emphasize: "It's much better" It is type of the fragrant Giò, and ends light, subtle and distinctly green. This would be quite nice on a man or woman, but since I wear it I don't think it smells particularly feminine. Classifies it as a men fragrance so it should not be listed for women... although I can easily see women wearing it as well. Lasts pretty long and goes with daily wear. Highly recommended.

Very good for Affairs i have to say. No one girl will pass to your side without look at you. But i know there are very good replies of his one and too much people in the streets are using this fragance, so is not High Class anymore. For wearday perhaps.

This is a potent citrus/aquatic I have used for years, but have yet to put a dent in the bottle. A single spritz on the neck is all you need. I can smell this on my clothes for DAYS. Sillage is high and longevity is 12+ hours. I would say that this is definitely NOT for every day wear, although I think it would be appropriate in all 4 seasons. Lately I have found myself only craving to wear it on rainy days - weird. Many compare this to Aqua Di Gio. I think ADG is lighter and less complex - more suited to the office, but FAR too many people wear ADG.

An addition to Joe desire's comments. Had it once, twice and a third time. It's a compliment-getter. Excellent fragrance in my opinion.
One warning - be gentle on application after a late night out partying...it may lead serious reconsideration.

1st bottle 75ml.....2nd bottle 75ml...3rd bottle 125ml....this is my third bottle's L'Eau D'Issey pour homme!my favourite!!!!!!!!!long lasting,sexy,clean,masculine,magnetism,desire,warm.....etc.i definitely will buy again.muuuaaaaacchhh:-)

I bought this fragrance blind for an event at a yacht club, and I hit the nail on the head with this fresh, soapy fragrance. A number of notes blend together to create a unique, complex fragrance. Longevity and sillage are excellent. (I woke up with a headache as well, but after subsequent trials I've determined that was because of the open bar, not L'Eau.)

muuuuuuahhhh!!!! one of my favos scents.

The nicest "white" fragrance I've discovered outside the world of niche fragrances. Widely available, too, and not terribly expensive.

Could easily see this one as unisex, yes. Don't know about "the ladies," but I sure get a lot of compliments from my boyfriend and other guys on this one.

A personal favorite -- sure hope that Miyake never discontinues this gem.

This is definitely one of THE classic male scents. You always get compliments with this one. Unfortunately it became too popular, so i don't wear it anymore

I never found a unique smell as this one, except , Kenzo/L'eau par kenzo, Quasar/Quasar adventure from Jesus del Pozo, and Angel from Mugler.
It´s sblime, so fresh, different and with a fab caracther. (If you´re looking for something special, unique and rare, go for this ones, if not, avoid it, then go for Hugo boss or similar)...
The notes of verbena, tangerine and water lily gives a sharp but sweet hummid sensation.
These basenotes drydown fantastic mixing themselves with geranium, saffron, and airy tobacco flower. Then comes the nugmet and cinnamon. It´s a trendy, outcoming sweet fresh but citrus kind of sweet sour fragance.
Highly recommended.
Now, if you´re fan of this perfume check out the fresh version of the new L'eau Bleue, and try to avoid the original one; otherwise you live in Antartida :)

THIS IS THE MOST AMAZING MALE FRAGRANCE!
I SWOON EVERYTIME I SMELL IT. THIS CAN BE A UNISEX SCENT.

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another fragrance for our lesbian friends! nah, just kidding. they do use it, but they do make mistakes... this one is actually a great fragrance.
not a big fan of the floral opening thingy, but after that it's a symphony of rationally chosen ingredients. gooooood staying power. love it. actually my next in line.

Fresh, Lemony, and women love it! Its crisp and I especially like the After Shave splash as well. I think its a great fragrance and probably my all time favourite (along with Kouros)!

It's unsettling to see all of these negative reviews. Though not terribly complex, this fragrance is clean, invigorating, and marvelously subtle. A great daytime wear for spring and summer.

Very fresh very floral, very unique fragrance. Manages to pull off watery/flowery without being overly feminine. A moonlit walk by a sparkling pond. Not a light fragrance, be careful when applying. On nice summer days when I don't feel like slathering on the spice or sweetness of a lot of frags, I turn to L'eau D'issey. The Yuzu and Lily come off as quite soothing. I know a lot of people that found this frag to turn sour on their skin, so as always.. better to test before purchase!

What can I say, I've had it since it's first release and it's a classic that has spawned many an imitator but has never been quite trumped. Although it does have a department store ring to it and is now as common as mud, there is still something that sets this apart from the usual run-of-the mill offerings. I still wear this on a regular basis. It's definitiely a spring/summer fragrance though, much too light for winter.

Wow, I'm stunned to read so many neutral/negative reviews! The female L'Eau D'Issey has won over the noses (and hearts) of so many women AND men! I personally find this Pour Homme version very much like the original. The basic differences being the citrus/sage notes at the top and the base which seems to dry into more of a woodsy/musky tone. I do caution any wearer to use a light hand with this juice ~ it has excellent staying power! If overdone a raging headache will ensue! In my commentary of the original LDI, it's noted how this particular formulation of notes was a turning point in the world of fragrance. I find this to be true of male scents as well...just think how many of these notes have been immitated/incorporated in newer fragrances over the past 10-12 years! Wether you choose to wear this one or not, it is highly deserving of praise - a brilliant creation.

I love L'Eau D'Issey. Very strange and lemony. Although I smell it on people often, I don't care how popular it is. I still wear Acqua Di Gio even though every other guy on the planet does, too. If it smells good it smells good, and this stuff definitely does!

Think Lemon. Strong. Lasts a while.

Despite its popularity, this is one of my favorite summer scents. Issey starts off with a burst of Yuzu (Japanese lemon) and continues with very nice middle notes of lily. The woody base makes this fragrance last all day (at least on me), and also makes it suitable for occasional wearing during the rest of the seasons.

Aside from D&G PH, I consider this one of the few citrus scents I own that actually has more than one dimension. There's a bit of a clash at first between the green notes and wood, but they later smoothen out. I like it for what it's meant to be and it has garnished a few compliments from the opposite sex as well. It's a good spring/summer fragrance that will be called upon during the warmer months.

Really nice mix of aquatic and floral. Smells like a garden floating in a pond. Has a definite Japanese feel to it as the name suggests.

An excellent fragrance that's perfect for spring and summer. Don't let the fact that it's light, fool you. It wears very well and softens to a very nice soft mossy wood base. This was one of my first fragrances, but due to its ever growing popularity, I doubt I'll wear it for a while. Not to mention that it had a tendency to give me a headache. PS, don't ravel with this fragrance on an airplane! I was unfortunate in that the bottle leaked from the cabin pressure. My backpack reaked of Issey Miyake for almost 9 months.

My favorite light cologne, and also a hit with women. I definitely smell a lot of lemon in it, just something fresh about it that's really likeable. It'll appeal more to the younger guys however, so take my advice with caution if a bit older. And please don't overspray, it gives me headache when I do.

A very fresh and aquatic fragrance that is great for a hot summer, sustains its refreshing citrus and aquatic notes for a surprisingly long time. Nothing special, but pleasant and inoffensive and can relieve you from stuffiness during a hot day .

This is a bit of a departure from most Aquatic fragrances. I wouldn’t call this really a ‘me too’ aquatic fragrance, but instead, I’d venture to say this is a bit more original. This has a sour, soapy top that most other aquatics do not have, and then it dries down to a base that is a little bit woodier than most aquatics. Issey Miyake is a victim of its own success. It’s very easily recognizable, and a vast number of people own it. I’ve had a few bottles, but ended up swapping all of them.

A modern classic, complex, fresh and totally unique. The only problem is that it is so damn ubiquitious. Walk into any nightclub in London and the smell of this and Joop hits you hard enough to cause brain damage. In essence it has become the signature fragrance of the 'chav'. Horrible fate for such an originally classy and unique scent.

I love this so much, there are so many great fresh layers and it reminds me of a trip to the beach!!! It gets a little boring after you wear it often though

The definite and absolute number one for a man who wants to seduce woman... a smell they adore, remember and desire. It is unbelievably long-lasting... once I played with my girlfriend's pen after putting some on my hands... later on she told me that she could feel my smell for a week...This smell becomes your signature... in my company my friends call me saying I was on their floor... they could smell me... What I like even more about this scent is that after a while of using it you don't smell it at all yourself. So easy on dosing... but it will never cause you a headache. As a man you don't have to love this smell... I didn't at first as well... but when I saw how women love it... well I don't smell it myself anymore... but I love it.

Many layers and levels work throughout the day for a totally interesting and invigorating experience. YES, Miyake!!!

Miyake's concept for it was "scent of the pure water". Strong lemony citrus at the top knocks you down a bit but then develops into a mild fresh scent, "aristocratic Aqua di Gio". Long-lasting informal summer fragrance of a very good quality. I like it very much but feel a bit tired of it.

I LOVE THIS!!!!! PERFECT SUMMER SCENT!!! SO fresh and light. YAAAAMMMM!!!! nice lingering herbaceaus notes. I sampled this a while back and have gradually come to LOVE LOVE LOVE it!

I like it very much! It's my summer fragrance of choice. It replaced the Givenchy Insensé Ultramarine I was wearing before. L'eau d'Issey has a beautiful dark woods base, with a fresh citrus top, with spices in-between.