L'Eau Bleue d'Issey Eau Fraîche by Issey Miyake
Bottle Design:
Jean-Jacques Urcun
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L'Eau Bleue d'Issey Eau Fraîche 2006

7.3 / 10 58 Ratings
A perfume by Issey Miyake for men, released in 2006. The scent is fresh-green. It was last marketed by Shiseido Group / Beauté Prestige International.
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Main accords

Fresh
Green
Spicy
Woody
Aquatic

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes Top Notes
BergamotBergamot MintMint RosemaryRosemary
Heart Notes Heart Notes
MatéMaté May roseMay rose PeonyPeony
Base Notes Base Notes
PatchouliPatchouli MuskMusk

Perfumers

Ratings
Scent
7.358 Ratings
Longevity
6.150 Ratings
Sillage
5.848 Ratings
Bottle
7.054 Ratings
Value for money
7.712 Ratings
Submitted by Dannyboy, last update on 09/14/2024.

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6 in-depth fragrance descriptions
Teadot

26 Reviews
Teadot
Teadot
5  
Me-likey Miyake !
A simple but distinguished spring/summer scent that's best for any daytime dress shirt occassion, imo. A cool, astringent bergamot peel in mint-oil accord hits me in the Opening. Establishing a "mature" herbal character. (By "mature" I simply mean more reserved than energetic in style.)

As the scent developes... A calm and reassuring skin-musk warms up to my body temperature... and blends everything seamlessly to my skin. This is where "Bleu Fraiche" really shines. The musk diffuses rosemary and bergamot, to undermine the severity of it's bitter elements with a delicate citrus/floral tint. An understated and intimate "heart". Gentlemanly, without beng uptight.

I get a smooth, airy, close to body sillage for 5+ hours on my skin. Pretty good preformance for a light, translucent scent. To say that "Bleu Fraiche" is simply "L'eau Bleu" without the spiciness and "body" (although true), would be doing it injustice. It has enough character of it's own to stand shoulder to shoulder with popular office-friendly scents like Bvlgari pour homme extreme, for example. There is one caution! This scent may work against those who have strong "scent-memory" of Vicks vapor rub, or a mentholated ointment -at least in the opening. I initially get that vibe myself to be honest. But fortunately... that disappears for me after the scent develops.

A "must try" for anyone who likes Issey Miyake scents. But don't blind buy. Very very Good.
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Miaw2

339 Reviews
Miaw2
Miaw2
4  
L'eau Bleue watered down
Balanced smell of rosemary with a bit of lemons and mint.

It's really a watered down version of L'eau Bleue. Actually a good version, great for summer.

Sillage, lasting power and projection are medium.

Updated January 2014
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Guitar2016

231 Reviews
Guitar2016
Guitar2016
2  
A Bitter and Unique Minty Scent
It's a nice fragrance and A Hidden Gem, Fresh, Clean, Bright, Airy and UPLIFTING. It opens up with like fresh bitter citrusy and green notes in the background then dry down is green musky. It has one of the best fresh opening men's perfumes. This is perfect for the spring and summer. The Patchouli, Rosemary and Mint notes are dominant in this perfume. Projection and Longevity are average, it smells so good and very pleasant, l really enjoy it and I love L'eau Bleue D'issey Eau Fraiche EDT for Men by Issey Miyake.
Two Thumbs Up.
Rating : 8.5 / 10
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Inyurbtch

3 Reviews
Inyurbtch
Inyurbtch
2  
FRESH AIRY CLEAN SLIGHTLY GREEN HERBAL/EARTHY
L'Eau Bleue d'Issey Eau Fraiche is not a citrus-freshie instead it's a earthy-freshie that's non-aquatic unlike its fore-fragrance the OG L'Eau Bleue d'Issey Pour Homme.

fresh slightly sweet juicy citrus/bergamot off the bat, has that classic L'eau D'Issey Pour Homme bright freshness but toned down so not as sharp, mint not really detectable, the rosemary along with the musk are the stars of the fragrance composition as the patchouli adds a slight earthiness, the patchouli & rosemary gives it good masculinity to counter the bright florals (May rose & Peony) + musk; good quality for the price, notes do not smell synthetic, all notes blends extremely well to help create & support each accord; really unique warm weather 'fraichey', just wish it projected better.

when i 1st got it, i compared it with its fore-fragrance L'Eau Bleue d'Issey Pour Homme which made realize how less deep & bold L'Eau Bleue d'Issey Eau Fraiche to L'Eau Bleue d'Issey Pour Homme, but it still doesn't take away from the great craftsmanship and how good of a frag L'Eau Bleue d'Issey Eau Fraiche is.

Projection/Sillage': MINIMAL, an in-close scent mainly but 4-5 ft scent bubble for the 1st hour or so then.

Performance/Longevity: GOOD, 5-6 hours (on fabric)
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pudelbonzo

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pudelbonzo
Very helpful Review 5  
constant lightness
Today I talked with my husband about fragrances, and he emphasized that he has had no complaints about the Miyakes so far.

That's true - because when my L`eau d`Issey is running low, he unsolicitedly ensures a refill.
And when a lady, scented like that, crosses his path, he flares his nostrils.

That's why I also had Rossi L`eau bleue sprayed on me.
The scent starts fresh - cool with bergamot and mint - subtly overlaid with rosemary.
A nice light intro - not much more than a breeze.
L`eau bleue gains substance from exclusive May rose and full peony - rounded off with a whisper of patchouli.
Still, the fragrance remains feather-light - maybe too light?
No, my husband, who is brooding in the heat outside the store, perceives L`eau positively on the spot.
Definitely a Miyake - he notes surprisingly expertly.

My concerns about longevity prove to be unfounded, as the fresh - cool scent accompanies me for hours - with constant lightness.

Now, in summer, the perfect companion.
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It's very light, fresh and green. Eau Fraîche and longevity don't go together, but you can spray away on hot summer days, comes alive at 25c+
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You can still clearly recognize the original version here. It's been nicely refreshed with a tangy twist and made lighter for summer. Not bad!
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Light, bitter patchouli, infused with fresh-green (mint tea). Also slightly rubbery. Interesting. Very synthetic.
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The bitter-fresh and sour version of the original. The label "synthetic" unfortunately fits here like F to A.
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5
The Miyake scent with the wow effect! You definitely don't smell this on every corner. Very pleasant, floral freshness. Not for young guys.
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L'Eau Bleue d'Issey is definitely a signature-worthy herbal powerhouse. The light version is perfect for a refreshing boost and feels fresher.
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6 years ago
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Rating for longevity is way too high - 4.0 at most, the scent is gone as soon as you spray it :-(
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Freshness with a herbal note: delightful rosemary and mint harmonize with patchouli and musk!
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Bergamot quickie, then too floral and mate, I’ll stick with the original... not my cup of tea, mate!
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7 years ago
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I had the blue original and didn't like it. This one is beautifully summery. It reminds me of Hugo Boss Hugo.
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