L’Eau d’Issey City Blossom is a limited-edition women’s fragrance launched in 2015 by the iconic Japanese designer Issey Miyake. Created by master perfumer Alberto Morillas, this scent is a vibrant interpretation of a floral bloom emerging amidst the steel and stone of a modern city. It evokes the poetic image of delicate petals dancing in the spring breeze between skyscrapers, offering an elegant contrast between softness and strength. Presented in a 3.0 oz (90 ml) spray bottle, it’s an ideal fragrance for those who want a bright, optimistic perfume that celebrates femininity and urban vitality.

The fragrance opens with a luminous burst of citrus and spice. Notes of pink pepper, calone, bergamot, and lemon give it a sparkling and fresh start. The pepper lends a lively kick, while the citrus components provide clarity and brightness. This opening is energetic, evoking the crisp air of a city morning in bloom, where nature peeks through the pavement and awakens your senses.

As the fragrance unfolds, the heart reveals a graceful bouquet of magnolia, freesia, Bulgarian rose, lily of the valley, and osmanthus. These white florals create a soft, romantic, and slightly creamy center that feels both airy and refined. The floral heart is lush but never overwhelming, a whisper of petals layered in delicate harmony. It's a heart that beautifully bridges the bold vibrancy of the opening with the warmth of the dry-down, expressing a sense of femininity that is gentle yet confident.

The base of City Blossom settles into a warm and sensual foundation of white cedar, white musk, ambroxan, and a touch of honey. This combination gives the fragrance a subtle depth and lasting power. The cedarwood and musk provide a smooth, woody backdrop, while the ambroxan adds a modern amber-like radiance. The hint of honey offers a soft, golden sweetness that lingers on the skin, leaving behind a trail that is understated and graceful.

The bottle design is as creative as the fragrance itself—sleek, minimalist, and adorned with abstract floral graphics created by French street artist Mademoiselle Maurice. Her origami-inspired visual elements complement the concept of fleeting beauty and artistic expression in urban life. L’Eau d’Issey City Blossom is a fragrance made for women who are strong yet romantic, grounded yet dreamy, and who find inspiration in the world around them—especially in the contrast between nature and the city.