L'eau d'Issey by Issey Miyake

Best L'eau d'Issey by Issey Miyake Alternatives & Similar Perfumes

L'eau d'Issey is a floral aquatic fragrance that opens with fresh watery notes of lotus, melon and sea salt, layered with delicate florals including freesia, rose, cyclamen, lily-of-the-valley and lily. Its dry down blends soft musk, sandalwood, cedarwood and amber with hints of oud and carnation, creating a clean yet warm composition. Those drawn to airy, watery florals with a balanced woody base will find elements to explore here.

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Iperborea

Iperborea by Lorenzo Villoresi £130.00

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  • Key notes:
  • cyclamen
  • lily-of-the-valley
  • sea salt
  • Tags:
  • #clean
  • #fresh
  • Aromagroups:
  • floral
  • marine

The legend of a happy island and eternal youth: there, beyond the north wind, in the perpetual spring, the fresh northerly breeze carries the scent of blossoming flowers searching for the first ray of sun in the morning dew. A vibrant fragrance of the freshest flowers with citrus notes and light fruity touches that opens up in a radiant heart of Lily of the valley, Magnolia, Mimosa and Cyclamen.

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Like a Virgin

Like a Virgin by Art Meets Art £110.00

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  • Key notes:
  • freesia
  • peony
  • rose
  • Tags:
  • #fresh
  • Aromagroups:
  • floral

Master Perfumer: Alberto Morillas chose a subtle and literal interpretation of this iconic pop standard, while hinting at the irreverent touch Madonna instilled into the song.

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Baliflora

Baliflora by Laboratorio Olfattivo £145.00

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  • Key notes:
  • frangipani
  • lotus
  • musk
  • orange blossom
  • Tags:
  • #clean
  • #fresh
  • Aromagroups:
  • floral
  • woody

Perfumer: Jean-Claude Ellena

«There are places whose scents are stored in memory much longer than landscapes. When the red spider lily, the white lily ginger and the frangipane bloom, encircling the streets, and the lotus opens onto the smallest mirrors of water, the landscapes become fragrance in turn. Among the flowers of Bali, the inhabitants have made the Frangipane, the emblem of their island to offer to the gods of the Hindu pantheon. Centered to ceremonies, dances, offerings where smells and colors mix until they become one, it seemed to me then that the scent of those flowers told the beauty and diversity of the island.»

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Playground

Playground by Der Duft £110.00

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  • Key notes:
  • bergamot
  • jasmine
  • melon
  • sea salt
  • Tags:
  • #fresh
  • Aromagroups:
  • marine

Playground conjures the bracing nothing of cold air: crisp, clean, marine. A transparent but present blend of bergamot, jasmine and lily-of-the-valley, lightly fluffed with cashmere wood and musk. Honeydew melon lends its cool sweet flesh to this oceanic fantasy.

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Ophrys

Ophrys by Plowden & Fallow £108.00

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  • Key notes:
  • musk
  • peony
  • rose
  • sandalwood
  • Tags:
  • #clean
  • #fresh
  • Aromagroups:
  • floral
  • spicy

In amongst the botanical collections and wonders of a Victorian glasshouse often found is the Orchid; one of many botanical rarities that for decades was the jewel and marvel of many an Edwardian and Victorian botanical explorer.

Ophrys is a summery botanical potion of great standing, with green aromatic and floral undertones that capture daring romantic notions of an era gone by, a love for exploration, discovery and the classical splendour of the English garden in bloom one balmy late summer afternoon. Here we present to you an ode to the great Plant Hunters of yesteryear.

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Eau Legendaire

Eau Legendaire by Reserve en Afrique 1934 £150.00

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  • Key notes:
  • fougere
  • lentisque
  • melon
  • rose
  • violet leaf
  • Tags:
  • #clean
  • Aromagroups:
  • green
  • vintage/old school
  • woody

A forest oasis shrouded by hazy mists. This fragrance starts with the piney sparkle of lentiscus (Morocco) and olibanum (Somalia). The fresh floral heart of neroli (Morocco) and rose (Morocco) is further enhanced by watery violet leaves (Egypt), reminiscent of cucumber and melon, with woody cedarwood Atlas (Morocco) at the base.


Réserve en Afrique eaux de parfum feature responsibly sourced naturals, and are free from parabens, phthalates, UV filters and colorants. Their natural alcohol base is derived from beetroots, and they are a PETA-listed vegan & cruelty-free brand.

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Tears On Mystic Sands

Tears On Mystic Sands by Mystikum £190.00

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  • Key notes:
  • bergamot
  • freesia
  • incense
  • rose
  • sandalwood
  • Tags:
  • #fresh
  • Aromagroups:
  • floral
  • vintage/old school
  • woody

This fragrance evokes the bittersweet beauty of love lost and longed for. The complex sweetness of lychee and davana lead into the plush pleasures of rose oil, oud, leather and musk, sharpened with incense. The poetry of memories.

Perfumer: Mark Buxton

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101 Parisian Bouquet

101 Parisian Bouquet by Bon Parfumeur £60.00

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  • Key notes:
  • cardamom
  • lily-of-the-valley
  • musk
  • rose
  • turkish rose
  • Aromagroups:
  • floral

A bright, multi faceted, spring-like floral with a citrus edge featuring sweet Turkish roses.

Bon Parfumeur open olfactive dimensions and invite you to add your own story.

Try 101 for an effervescent bouquet of pink flowers.

Perfumer: Alexandra Monet 

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Vents & Marées

Vents & Marées by Molinard £65.00

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  • Key notes:
  • blackcurrant
  • freesia
  • grapefruit
  • sea salt
  • tonka beans
  • Tags:
  • #fresh
  • Aromagroups:
  • citrusy
  • floral
  • marine

Vents & Marrées whafts a gentle veil of fresh sweetness; ethereal and sunny. In this perfume Molinard conjures a romantic rendezvous on the beach. A couple lulled by the gentle melody of the waves; with rose and marine accord. A delicate harmony of sea spray with the elegance of white flowers and a sweet moment remembered by the gourmand presence of vanilla.

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Asoral

Asoral by Mendittorosa £260.00

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  • Key notes:
  • magnolia
  • musk
  • peony
  • rose
  • Tags:
  • #fresh
  • #sweet
  • Aromagroups:
  • floral

The rose in Italian is “la rosa”. Reverse the perspective, come at it from a different angle, go right to left, and you get “Asoral”. This extrait burrows into the very essence of a young, dewy-petalled rose, taking you on a journey from the outside world to the inner you. This is achieved with a union of Turkish rose and Rosa Lani, a complex rose with vibrations of liquorice, tea and hay. Creamy magnolia, rosy-esque peony and soft musks add even more plushness, elevating Asoral to a radiant smile-bringer.

Perfumer: Cristiano Canali

About L'eau d'Issey by Issey Miyake

How does L'eau d'Issey differ from these similar fragrances?
L'eau d'Issey combines aquatic freshness with a complex floral bouquet and a woody, musky base, including unique notes like oud and amber. The fragrances listed share some of its key notes but often emphasise certain aspects more, such as marine freshness, floral softness, or woody depth, resulting in variations in character and intensity.
What are the main notes that define L'eau d'Issey’s scent?
Key notes include watery lotus and melon, fresh florals like freesia, cyclamen and lily-of-the-valley, and a warm base of musk, sandalwood, cedarwood, amber and oud. This combination creates a balanced floral aquatic fragrance with a clean and slightly woody finish.
Are these fragrances suitable for warm weather like L'eau d'Issey?
Most fragrances here share L'eau d'Issey’s fresh and aquatic qualities, making them appropriate for warm weather wear. However, some include warmer or smokier notes which may affect their seasonal suitability depending on personal preference.