Issey Miyake · 1997
L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme Eau de Toilette Summer 1997
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The Story
L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme Summer 1997 is a limited edition that captures the essence of a Japanese summer. It opens with a burst of yuzu and bergamot, then settles into a heart of lotus and nutmeg, with a base of cedar and musk. This is a crisp, aquatic scent that feels both refreshing and sophisticated.
Note Breakdown
Encyclopedia Insights
How does the Summer 1997 edition differ from the original L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme?+
The Summer 1997 edition emphasizes yuzu and lotus, making it brighter and more aquatic than the original, which has a stronger yuzu and mandarin opening with a more prominent woody base.
Is this fragrance still available?+
As a limited edition from 1997, it is no longer in production. You may find it on secondary markets or in vintage collections.
What is the longevity like?+
As an EDT, expect around 4-5 hours of moderate projection. The aquatic notes fade first, leaving a soft musky-cedar base.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Summer 1997 edition differ from the original L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme?+
The Summer 1997 edition emphasizes yuzu and lotus, making it brighter and more aquatic than the original, which has a stronger yuzu and mandarin opening with a more prominent woody base.
Is this fragrance still available?+
As a limited edition from 1997, it is no longer in production. You may find it on secondary markets or in vintage collections.
What is the longevity like?+
As an EDT, expect around 4-5 hours of moderate projection. The aquatic notes fade first, leaving a soft musky-cedar base.
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