WS-IM-1998

Le Feu d'Issey

1998Men

woody up front, then aromatic, settling into soft spicy.

Le Feu d'Issey by Issey Miyake is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women. Le Feu d'Issey was launched in 1998. The nose behind this fragrance is Jacques Cavallier Belletrud. Top notes are Coriander Leaf, Mahogany, Bulgarian Rose, Anise, Bergamot and Coconut; middle notes are Milk, Sichuan Pepper, Caramel, Rose, Golden…

woody aromatic soft spicy lactonic

Nose: Jacques Cavallier Belletrud

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Coriander Leaf, Mahogany, Bulgarian Rose, Anise, Bergamot, Coconut
Heart· 2–4h
Milk, Sichuan Pepper, Caramel, Rose, Golden Lily, Jasmine
Drydown· 6h+
Guaiac Wood, Sandalwood, White Amber, Vanilla, Musk, Cedar

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

60%

57%

53%

44%

41%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachArm's length

Fall35%Winter31%Summer19%Spring15%Day52%Night48%Wears female48%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best perfumes for beginners — More Issey Miyake picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Le Feu d'Issey smell like?

woody up front, then aromatic, settling into soft spicy. Dominant accords: woody, aromatic, soft spicy.

What notes are in Le Feu d'Issey?

Top: Coriander Leaf, Mahogany, Bulgarian Rose, Anise, Bergamot, Coconut. Heart: Milk, Sichuan Pepper, Caramel, Rose, Golden Lily, Jasmine. Base: Guaiac Wood, Sandalwood, White Amber, Vanilla, Musk, Cedar.

How long does Le Feu d'Issey last?

Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Le Feu d'Issey loud?

Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.

What season is Le Feu d'Issey best for?

Fall is the top pick (35%). Winter is second at 31%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Le Feu d'Issey?

Day wear leads at 52%. Night is a secondary pick at 48%.

Is Le Feu d'Issey for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 48% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Le Feu d'Issey?

Composed by Jacques Cavallier Belletrud. Released in 1998.