Le Feu d'Issey by Issey Miyake | Fragrance Fragrance
What does Le Feu d'Issey smell like?
Le Feu d'Issey is a legendary exercise in olfactory contrast, balancing sharp, medicinal spices against a creamy, comforting core. It opens with an unusual burst of aniseed and coriander, grounded by...
Enthusiasts view this as a holy grail of "lost" perfumery, often hunting down expensive miniatures or vintage bottles just to experience its unique milky-spicy DNA.
The fragrance is widely regarded as a technical marvel for its realistic milk note, which collectors frequently compare to the smell of steamed milk or chai tea without the heavy sugar.
Reviewers consistently highlight its exceptional longevity, noting that the woody-amber base lingers on skin and clothing for many hours.
While technically marketed to women, the modern fragrance community largely considers this a unisex scent due to its heavy emphasis on woods, spices, and non-traditional gourmand elements.
It is considered a polarizing "love it or hate it" scent that was perhaps too far ahead of its time for the mainstream market in 1998.
