L’Eau d’Issey Solar Violet casts the house’s water theme in a soft purple glow, opening with a juicy pear accent that feels bright and uplifting, then drifting into a luminous violet leaf heart that reads airy and fresh, before settling on a powdery iris trail touched by silky woods and clean musk. The effect is elegant, modern, and serene for spring days, warm afternoons, and easy evenings.
Launch and Perfumer
Launched in 2024. Perfumer Marie Salamagne.
Olfactory Notes
Top: Pear
Heart: Violet leaf absolute
Base: Iris
Story and Positioning
Conceived as a vivid spring chapter within the L’Eau d’Issey line, Solar Violet explores the meeting of fresh water and sun-warmed violet, contrasting cool transparency with gentle warmth. The brand underscores responsibly sourced Egyptian violet leaf and a modern pear iris signature, presenting the scent as an Eau de Toilette Intense while keeping the wear light and graceful. If you enjoy clean pear violet florals with a soft powdery finish, think along the polished mood of Lanvin Éclat d’Arpège or Marc Jacobs Daisy while remaining distinctly Issey. The women’s Solar Violet debuted alongside the men’s Solar Lavender in early 2024, expanding the pillar with a seasonal, feel-good duo.
Bottle and Design
The iconic tall L’Eau d’Issey silhouette returns in clear glass washed with a delicate violet tint that catches the light. A cap crafted entirely from wood crowns the bottle and contains no plastic, giving a tactile, natural finish, while the glass includes post-consumer recycled content for a refined yet responsible presentation. The base is satisfyingly weighty for stability, and the long neck offers a comfortable grip for precise sprays.
Country of Origin: Japan
Manufacturer: Beauté Prestige International trading as Shiseido EMEA
Address: 56A Rue du Faubourg Saint Honoré, 75008 Paris, France
Country of Manufacture: France
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