L'Eau d'Issey
L'Eau d'Issey is a 1992 floral aquatic landmark that turns the idea of water into scent through lotus, melon, Calone, pale flowers, and musk.
#54 · 2025-07-12
Episode 54: Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey
This episode examines Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey, the 1992 floral aquatic fragrance created by Jacques Cavallier Belletrud. The discussion focuses on how a perfume can express the idea of water through lotus, melon, Calone, pale flowers, clean musk, and a minimal bottle inspired by the moon above the Eiffel Tower. It also compares the fragrance with CK One, L'Eau par Kenzo, and Acqua di Gio, while noting why Calone's melon-like ozonic effect remains both historically important and potentially divisive.
