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Not all flankers follow the rule that they must be variations of the original scent. With Nuit d'Issey Austral Expedition, only the bottle looks strikingly similar; in terms of fragrance, there are hardly any similarities to be found.
In contrast to the original, Nuit d'Issey Austral Expedition is once again very much on the fresh side. A green citrus note greets us, reminiscent of what we already know from Eau d'Issey pour Homme. This is combined with an old acquaintance: the base note, which is likely referred to as amberwood here, is the same as in Terre d'Hermès Eau Très Fraîche.
This is a dry, slightly walnut-like wood note. Personally, I like it very much. In contrast to the Hermès scent, however, the base in Austral Expedition is more subdued, less prominent. But if the top note weren't different, one could easily confuse both fragrances.
Those who prefer a more classic citrus note would be better off with the Hermès scent; fans of the Yuzu or lime notes typical for Issey Miyake might find themselves better served here.
Releasing a simple perfume can be a brilliant move when the ingredients harmonize extremely well. This can be credited to the Hermès scent. Ellena was bolder in using the wood note than Loc Dong. I find the citrus note chosen by Ellena more fitting and harmonious; Loc Dong may have been too tied to the brand image of Issey Miyake.
In contrast to the original, Nuit d'Issey Austral Expedition is once again very much on the fresh side. A green citrus note greets us, reminiscent of what we already know from Eau d'Issey pour Homme. This is combined with an old acquaintance: the base note, which is likely referred to as amberwood here, is the same as in Terre d'Hermès Eau Très Fraîche.
This is a dry, slightly walnut-like wood note. Personally, I like it very much. In contrast to the Hermès scent, however, the base in Austral Expedition is more subdued, less prominent. But if the top note weren't different, one could easily confuse both fragrances.
Those who prefer a more classic citrus note would be better off with the Hermès scent; fans of the Yuzu or lime notes typical for Issey Miyake might find themselves better served here.
Releasing a simple perfume can be a brilliant move when the ingredients harmonize extremely well. This can be credited to the Hermès scent. Ellena was bolder in using the wood note than Loc Dong. I find the citrus note chosen by Ellena more fitting and harmonious; Loc Dong may have been too tied to the brand image of Issey Miyake.
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