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A Scent by Issey Miyake is a floral composition centred on fresh lemon and delicate hyacinth, layered with green galbanum and jasmine, resting on a subtle cedarwood base. It blends citrus brightness with green and floral facets, creating a refined and airy presence. Those seeking fragrances in this vein should focus on combinations of galbanum and hyacinth for green freshness, jasmine and lemon for floral citrus clarity, or cedarwood for grounding warmth.
104 Terra Hedera by Bon Parfumeur £175.00
- Key notes:
- bigarade
- cardamom
- frankincense
- galbanum
- hyacinth
- mastic
- vetiver
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
- green
- leather
- vintage/old school
- woody
Inspired by the concepts of “green” and “freedom”, Terra Hedera evokes horseback riding on the Mongolian steppe. A green hyacinth intertwined with tenacious ivy and crisp galbanum.
Perfumer: Corinne Cachen
The Geisha’s Secret Garden by Mystikum £190.00
- Key notes:
- galbanum
- hyacinth
- narcissus
- vetiver
- Aromagroups:
- green
A modern interpretation of a classic chypre, this is an unapologetic abundance of statement florals: hyacinth, rose and narcissus. The entrance to this hidden garden is garlanded with the herbal bitterness of galbanum, cushioned by a dark green carpet of vetiver and moss. Like a geisha’s serene beauty that hides her inner power, this extrait de parfum is a statement of mystery and strength.
Perfumer: Ralf Schwieger
Marcelle by Marie Jeanne £110.00
- Key notes:
- bergamot
- jasmine
- lemon
- mandarin
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
- woody
Perfumer: Michèle Saramito
A new addition to Bloom’s portfolio, an elegant cologne with sweet sun kissed citruses, honeyed neroli and amber background.
With classic formulas it’s the quality of the ingredients that matters. Marie Jeanne might be a new perfume house, but it’s founded by a young perfumer from a family connected to Robertet for several generations.
Robertet is a bit like De Beers of the fine natural perfume materials - matières premières, for decades they have been dealing with the finest, purest and most precious stuff a perfumer can dream of.
This is Marcelle, a classic elegant cologne but with highly likely the best bergamot from Italy, grapefruit from Spain, neroli from Tunisia and petigrain from Paraguay among other notes in the formula.
Orchid Mantis by Zoologist £200.00
- Key notes:
- jasmine
- lemon
- orchid
- patchouli
- rose
- sandalwood
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- woody
In the muggy shade of a tropical rainforest, an orchid sways seductively. Its glistening petals tremble in anticipation, inviting a passing butterfly to consummate the intimate act of pollination. Succumbing to the allure of the silken flower, the butterfly eagerly flits forward. But as it prepares to alight, the exotic bloom abruptly transforms. Delicate leaves contort into dagger-like forelegs, seizing the bug’s fragile wings. Before the butterfly can comprehend its fate, its head is devoured, crushed between the powerful jaws of the stealthy orchid mantis.
Orchid Mantis lures you into a fragrant illusion. Juicy pear, rich rose and heady jasmine entwine with basil and ylang to suggest the intense scent of orchids. This vintage style is set against the backdrop of a humid rainforest evoked by patchouli, moss, sandalwood and vetiver. An enduring musk serves as a reminder that beauty can also be beastly.
Hydrangea by J-Scent £122.00
- Key notes:
- hyacinth
- hydrangea
- lily-of-the-valley
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- fruity
Japan has a rainy season from June to July, called “tsuyu.” Embodying tsuyu is hydrangea, blooming in the gentle rain. Here, hyacinth and violet entwine with the fresh floral scent of jasmine and iris, with an undertone of humidity and the smell of soil.
Pâquerettes (Daisies) by Milleseve £115.00
- Key notes:
- basil
- carrot seeds
- green beans
- hyacinth
- lilac
- pear
- tomato leaves
- Aromagroups:
- floral
Hands in the soil. Fruits, vegetables and flowers mingle in the joyful disorder of a sun-drenched family garden. Daisy bouquets, juicy mirabelle plums and sweet raspberries. A harvest of crunchy beans and a table decorated with roses, freesias and hydrangeas. A sheen of green: green grass, green beans, green sap.
Semence Douce by L'Entropiste £185.00
- Key notes:
- almond
- hyacinth
- snowdrop
- tulip
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- woody
A delectable, almost savory blend that combines the warm and comforting notes of almond milk with an exceptionally rare saffron. The aromas merge with the green freshness of sticky tulip sap. A trail of contrasts, oscillating between sweetness and sensuality.
Esprit de Contradiction by Maison Matine £60.00
- Key notes:
- cedarwood
- cloves
- ginger
- lemon
- sage
- Aromagroups:
- aromatic
- citrusy
- spicy
Aromatic sage, coriander and black pepper combine with mandarin and lemon for laid-back sophistication. Vetiver and musk give it muscle, while orris provides lean, refined woodiness.
L'Etrog Acqua by Arquiste £195.00
- Key notes:
- bergamot
- cedarwood
- cedrat
- lemon
- mandarin
- petitgrain
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
- woody
Early morning, October 1175, Calabria
The cool night air dissipates under the sun’s first rays. The ripe citrus in the field has absorbed all the water of the morning dew and the farmers are ready to work on the misty green fields, speckled by the bright yellow of the citron. They leave their woody cabin and take a deep breath…
Megamare by Orto Parisi £155.00
- Key notes:
- cedarwood
- lemon
- seaweed
- warm sand accord
- Aromagroups:
- marine
- woody
Sights.
It is an indomitable depth, the unknown,
a call towards all and nothing – here, there, everywhere.
The wholeness of the sea doesn’t need an explanation.
About A Scent by Issey Miyake by Issey Miyake
- How does A Scent by Issey Miyake compare to these similar fragrances?
- A Scent by Issey Miyake balances fresh citrus, green florals and woody notes in a light, airy floral composition. The fragrances listed share some of these notes but often introduce additional elements such as spices, aquatic accords or powdery textures, which create distinct scent profiles rather than direct matches.
- Which fragrances share the green floral notes of hyacinth and galbanum from A Scent by Issey Miyake?
- Fragrances like 104 Terra Hedera and The Geisha’s Secret Garden both include hyacinth and galbanum, emphasising the green floral character found in the reference. Others like Hydrangea and Pâquerettes also highlight hyacinth but with different supporting notes.
- Can I find a fragrance here that focuses more on the woody and citrus aspects of A Scent by Issey Miyake?
- Yes, Esprit de Contradiction, L'Etrog Acqua and Megamare all share the cedarwood and lemon notes of A Scent by Issey Miyake, but each adds unique elements such as spices or marine accords, offering variations on the woody-citrus theme.









