Score
84/100
Issey Miyake
L'Eau Bleue d'Issey Pour Homme
2004
“Rosemary, lime, and mandarin over orangewood — Issey's hot 2004 herbal masculine, polarizing.”

The take
What works
- ●Rosemary-lime-lemongrass herbal natural masculine
- ●Unique versatile woody profile
Trade-offs
- ●First-hour projection overwhelms
- ●Menthol-medicinal opening polarizes
Notes
Top
Mid
Base
Performance
Longevity
5–7 hoursProjection
Arm's lengthSillage
Soft trailWhen to wear
Spring100%
Summer78%
Fall81%
Winter44%
Day97%
Night60%
Gender
Leans masculine
Smells like
Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other
You might also like
Different scent, similar vibe
Frequently Asked Questions
What does L'Eau Bleue d'Issey Pour Homme smell similar to?
Closest matches in our database: Le Labo Baie 19 (67%), Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme (60%), Tom Ford Costa Azzurra Parfum (53%). Share scent family rather than DNA — not identical, but neighbors.
How long does L'Eau Bleue d'Issey Pour Homme last?
5–7 hours on most skin (good longevity at 68/100) with solid projection.
When should you wear L'Eau Bleue d'Issey Pour Homme?
Strongest in spring and fall, daytime-leaning.
Is L'Eau Bleue d'Issey Pour Homme worth it?
At this price, yes for this tier. Rosemary-lime-lemongrass herbal natural masculine. Unique versatile woody profile.
Details
- Perfumer
- Jacques Cavallier Belletrud


























