L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme Summer 2013
Fragrance notes
Character
L’Eau d’Issey Pour Homme Summer 2013 opens with a brisk, almost abrasive fistful of grapefruit and kiwi, the fruit rendered tart and crisp rather than syrupy, while coriander adds a green, slightly soapy edge. This is not a gentle whisper; it’s a high-pitched citrus shout that settles into a heart of pineapple and nutmeg. The pineapple is juicy but restrained, leaning more into the sweet tropical realm than fresh-cut fruit, and the nutmeg keeps things from tipping into cocktail territory by adding a dusty, aromatic warmth. Then the dry down reveals cypress and vetiver, which ground the whole thing into a woody, earthy base that smells like the underside of a beach umbrella after a sudden downpour.
The overall character is a spiky, sun-drenched fruit salad tossed with fresh herbs and a handful of damp moss. It feels mainstream but cleverly executed — Alberto Morillas knows how to make synthetic notes sing without smelling cheap. The sweetness is present but never cloying, and the freshness has a sharp, almost metallic bite. With longevity barely scraping past three hours and sillage soft enough to disappear in a light breeze, this is a fragrance that demands reapplication and proximity. It’s perfect for a sweaty afternoon in June, a beachside brunch, or any moment where heat and salt are factors. Skip it if you crave depth or projection; wear it if you treat perfume like a fleeting, joyful splash.
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