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Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey Shades Of Kolam
Issey Miyake

L'Eau d'Issey Shades Of Kolam

citrus
woody
aromatic
fresh spicy
powdery
green
musky
EDT · 2020 · mens

Issey Miyake's L'Eau d'Issey line has long been synonymous with clean, minimalist fragrance design, and this 2020 release continues that tradition while drawing inspiration from the visual and cultural richness of kolam, the intricate floor art form from South India.

The fragrance opens with a bright citrus burst of bergamot and grapefruit, immediately tempered by cardamom's warm spice. The heart settles into a crisp green tea character with subtle herbal notes from coriander, creating an aromatic freshness that avoids feeling thin or watery. Cashmeran and cedar anchor the composition in the base, adding a soft woody warmth that prevents the scent from becoming too austere. The overall effect is a green aromatic with just enough spice and powder to feel sophisticated without demanding attention.

This is a solid choice for warm weather and office settings, particularly if you appreciate restrained florals and herbal compositions. It leans fresh and clean rather than bold, making it easy to wear daily without fatigue. The scent aligns with The Tactician, The Homesteader, and The Aristocrat profiles.

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Main Accordsreported by community
citrus
100%
woody
75%
aromatic
75%
fresh spicy
50%
powdery
50%
green
50%
musky
50%
warm spicy
50%
Fragrance Notescommunity verified
Top · 0–30 min
Bergamot
Bergamot
A sun-ripened Italian citrus with a brightness that goes beyond lemon, simultaneously tart, floral, and slightly spicy. It's the defining note of Earl Grey tea and the backbone of countless fresh colognes. Perfumers love it as an opener because it lifts the entire composition without overpowering what follows.
Grapefruit
Grapefruit
Bittersweet and juicy with a faintly metallic zing that sets it apart from sweeter citrus notes. Grapefruit is uniquely energising, it reads as clean and modern rather than traditionally 'citrusy.' It pairs effortlessly with musks, making it a staple of office-safe, all-day fragrances.
Cardamom
Cardamom
Aromatic, warm, and slightly eucalyptus-like with a spiced green freshness that is entirely its own. Cardamom is one of the most elegant spice notes in perfumery, exotic without being heavy, warm without being sweet. It appears frequently in Middle Eastern-inspired fragrances and modern masculine compositions.
Heart · 30 min – 3 hrs
Green Tea
Green Tea
Coriander
Coriander
Warm, spicy, and faintly citrusy, coriander seed smells quite different from the green herb, with a dry, woody warmth and a slight floral quality. It adds a spiced, slightly exotic character to masculine fragrances without the sharpness of pepper or the sweetness of vanilla. A supporting spice note that adds complexity.
Base · 3–12 hrs
Cashmeran
Cashmeran
Cedar
Cedar
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The TacticianBest match91% match
Precision over excess. Always.

Crisp, dry, clean, worn close. Citrus, aromatic herbs, light woods, soft musks.

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The Homesteader86% match
Rooted, warm, and entirely self-sufficient.

Warm skin musks, sandalwood, soft cedar, clean vetiver. Grounding, intimate, unhurried.

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The Aristocrat83% match
Timeless doesn't try. It simply is.

Cool, clean, commanding. Heritage aromatics, classic citrus, dry fougères, refined woods.

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Crisp, dry, clean, worn close. Citrus, aromatic herbs, light woods, soft musks.
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Scent Profile
citrus100%woody75%aromatic75%fresh spicy50%powdery50%
Fragrance Family
Green/Aromatic
EDT
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Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey Shades Of Kolam— Prices, Coupons & Buying Guide

Best price today: L'Eau d'Issey Shades Of Kolam is $44.99. Without a coupon the lowest price is $44.99. Gush tracks 47+ retailers updated every 2 hours.

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Issey Miyake's L'Eau d'Issey line has long been synonymous with clean, minimalist fragrance design, and this 2020 release continues that tradition while drawing inspiration from the visual and cultural richness of kolam, the intricate floor art form from South India. The fragrance opens with a bright citrus burst of bergamot and grapefruit, immediately tempered by cardamom's warm spice. The heart settles into a crisp green tea character with subtle herbal notes from coriander, creating an aromatic freshness that avoids feeling thin or watery. Cashmeran and cedar anchor the composition in the base, adding a soft woody warmth that prevents the scent from becoming too austere. The overall effect is a green aromatic with just enough spice and powder to feel sophisticated without demanding attention. This is a solid choice for warm weather and office settings, particularly if you appreciate restrained florals and herbal compositions. It leans fresh and clean rather than bold, making it easy to wear daily without fatigue. The scent aligns with The Tactician, The Homesteader, and The Aristocrat profiles.
What are the notes in Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey Shades Of Kolam? +
Top: Bergamot, Grapefruit, Cardamom. Heart: Green Tea, Coriander. Base: Cashmeran, Cedar.
What fragrance family is L'Eau d'Issey Shades Of Kolam? +
Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey Shades Of Kolam belongs to the Green/Aromatic fragrance family. It is an EDT.
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Grey market retailers sell authentic fragrances sourced through unofficial distribution -- typically excess inventory from authorized distributors. The product is real and identical to retail. FragranceNet (est. 1997), Jomashop, and MaxAroma are well-established with millions of verified reviews.

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