Pleats Please Eau de Parfum 2013
Designed for wearers who embrace vibrant colors and loud floral gourmands, this 2013 edition brings an expressive edge to daytime wear in spring and crisp autumn. The mix of almond macaron, candied violet, and sweet pea offers a youthful alternative to heavy classic vintage florals, supported by a grounding patchouli base that lingers on warm skin.
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Delivers 7 to 8 hours of longevity on skin and over 24 hours on fabric. Sillage projects 3 to 4 feet during the first two hours before settling into a consistent 2-foot bubble during dry down.
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Pleats Please Eau de Parfum 2013 is a powdery gourmand floral centered on candied violet, sweet macaron dough, and fresh sweet pea over a base of patchouli and vanilla. Texture feels dense, sugary, and velvet-like on skin.
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9 MAPPEDDominant floral and sweet accords open loud with a sugary grape candy edge, then soften into powdery violet and sweet pea after thirty minutes. The patchouli and vanilla base adds subtle warmth and woody depth during the late dry down.
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It looks easiest to wear in spring and winter.
Pros & Cons
Quick take before you sampleWHY PEOPLE MAY LIKE IT
Bold candied violet opening with unique macaron cookie accents
Long-lasting performance with 7 to 8 hours of wear on skin
Strong initial projection that creates a noticeable aura
Beautiful transition from sweet bakery top notes to a soft sweet pea heart
Warm patchouli and vanilla dry down that prevents excess sharpness
Great pairing for colorful outfits and expressive spring wardrobes
Fun alternative for fans of powdery violet fragrances like Insolence
Stays vibrant on clothing for over twenty-four hours
Distinctive purple floral profile that stands out from generic fruity florals
Composed by renowned perfumer Aurélien Guichard
Charming mix of floral elegance and gourmand sweetness
WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR
Opening spray can feel overly loud and synthetic for the first 15 minutes
Heavy candied sweetness may overwhelm fans of fresh aquatic florals
Sweet pea note can lean sharp or sour on certain skin chemistries
Almond macaron facet may read as plasticky to sensitive noses
Discontinued status makes full bottles harder to source at retail prices
Too sweet and potent for hot humid summer afternoon wear
Can cause headaches if over-applied in tight indoor office settings
Not suitable for those seeking a dry earthy patchouli scent
Polarizing purple candy opening deters lovers of classic subtle florals
Bottle design and sprayer can feel cumbersome to handle
Lacks the crisp watery transparency of original Issey Miyake creations
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EDITORIAL“Issey Miyake Pleats Please Eau de Parfum 2013 Scent Review”
Initial sprays of Pleats Please Eau de Parfum 2013 hit skin with an aggressive burst of sugary violet and rich macaron dough. Perfumer Aurélien Guichard skips subtle green leaves and pushes straight into candied territory, pairing powdery purple petals with sweet almond cookie notes. For the first twenty minutes, the opening smells distinctly like grape bubblegum or violet syrup, delivering a loud and unapologetic sweetness that grabs attention immediately.
As that initial sugary surge calms down, the heart notes begin to unfurl across the skin. Sweet pea brings a dewy, slightly tart floral brightness that helps cut through the heavy bakery accords, while peony adds a soft and clean floral texture. The violet note stays present throughout this transition, moving away from sharp candy toward a smoother, cosmetic powderiness that feels cozy and refined.
Around the three-hour mark, the patchouli base emerges to ground the composition. The patchouli here avoids dark medicinal heavy earthiness, acting instead as a clean woody anchor that holds the vanilla. On warm skin, the interplay between dusty patchouli, sweet pea, and soft vanilla creates a gentle warmth, shifting the scent from a bright confection into a calm gourmand floral.
On performance, this eau de parfum exceeds most contemporary designer floral releases. You can reliably count on 7 to 8 hours of wear on clean skin, while clothes retain the patchouli and violet dry down for over twenty-four hours. Projection projects strongly at arm's length for the first two hours, so two or three sprays will easily fill your personal space without needing touch ups.
This scent caters directly to wearers who love sweet, characterful florals and find classic aquatic scents too clean or muted. It fits cool spring mornings, crisp autumn afternoons, weekend brunch dates, and creative workplace environments where you want your perfume to stand out. It pairs best with bright colors, knitwear, and expressive fashion choices.
Although the initial fifteen minutes can feel synthetic or overly loud to noses accustomed to subtle florals, the eventual dry down delivers a charming balance of powdery violet, sweet pea, and soft vanilla. If you enjoy fragrances like Guerlain Insolence but want a sweeter almond twist, this 2013 creation is well worth sampling.
FAQs
What does Pleats Please Eau de Parfum 2013 smell like?+
It smells like sugary candied violet combined with French almond macaron cookies. As it settles over twenty minutes, fresh sweet pea and peony blossom over a warm base of patchouli and vanilla, creating a sweet, powdery floral profile.
How does the opening spray differ from the dry down?+
The opening hits skin with a loud burst of violet syrup and bakery macaron sweetness. After two hours, that intense sugar softens into a powdery sweet pea heart anchored by clean patchouli and cozy vanilla.
How long does Pleats Please Eau de Parfum 2013 last on skin?+
You can expect 7 to 8 hours of longevity on clean skin. On fabric surfaces like wool sweaters or silk scarves, the patchouli and sweet pea notes remain noticeable for over twenty-four hours.
What is the sillage and projection radius of this fragrance?+
It projects strongly for 3 to 4 feet during the first two hours after application. Beyond two hours, the sillage draws back into a comfortable two-foot personal aura of powdery violet and vanilla that lingers noticeably.
Which season is best for wearing Pleats Please Eau de Parfum 2013?+
Cool spring days and crisp autumn afternoons are ideal. The sugary macaron and violet notes thrive in temperatures between 50°F and 68°F, whereas extreme summer heat can make the sweet pea note feel cloying.
What occasions suit Pleats Please Eau de Parfum 2013?+
It fits casual daytime outings, weekend brunch, creative work environments, and outdoor afternoon walks. Its playful candied floral nature is great for bright outfits, though it may feel too sweet for formal evening galas.
Does Pleats Please Eau de Parfum 2013 lean masculine or feminine?+
The composition leans feminine with its prominent candied violet, sweet pea, and bakery macaron notes. However, anyone who enjoys sweet powdery florals and warm patchouli dry downs can comfortably wear this expressive fragrance.
Who is the ideal target audience for this scent?+
It suits perfume enthusiasts who love expressive, gourmand florals and bold powdery notes. It appeals to fans of violet-heavy scents like Guerlain Insolence who want a playful almond cookie twist for daytime wear.
Can you layer Pleats Please Eau de Parfum 2013 with other scents?+
Yes, it layers exceptionally well with simple woody cedar or clean white musk single-note fragrances. Adding a dry woody base tones down the sweet macaron top notes and gives the violet floral heart an earthy edge.
How does Pleats Please Eau de Parfum 2013 compare to Guerlain Insolence?+
Both share a dominant powdery violet note, but Pleats Please EdP adds a sugary macaron cookie facet and dewy sweet pea. Insolence feels denser and more vintage, while Pleats Please is brighter and sweeter.
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COMMUNITY DUPESCOREGuerlain Insolence Eau de Parfum offers a deeper violet powder without the bakery macaron sweetness. Issey Miyake Pleats Please Eau de Toilette is a lighter, pear-forward alternative.
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