For me, this is an easy fragrance to love. It’s deep green and herbal, a kind of spicy chypre. It smells like nature, very much like a forest (I’m not sure if the intention here was to evoke a polo playing field or meadow). This is the kind of fragrance that they don’t make now (unless it’s niche).
But those who grew tired of its ubiquitous presence 3 decades ago, should reassess Polo, having had enough time elapse to heal those wounds that result from our reactions to something all too familiar. (This can also be said for many popular “men’s powerhouse fragrances” from the late 70’s and 80’s). I have re-acquired many fragrances in the last 18 months that I once wore back in the 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s, but let a couple of decades elapse before replenishing stock and wearing them again. Picked up a decant of this from Perfume.com, and have worn it 3-4 times.
Originally only available in one style and a variety of signature colors, the polo has since become available in numerous combinations and styles. Since launching his namesake company in 1967, designer Ralph Lauren has become the last word in all-American style. Polo Ralph Lauren, the brand’s original line, specializes in casual staples defined by quality fabrics and classic fits.
Polo Assn., you own a piece of the sport of polo. We are the official clothing brand of the United States Polo Association — one of the oldest sports in the United States. This is a proud distinction that links our illustrious past to a bright future that you are an important part of.
Every time I purchased a bottle, I would be gifted Polo bags and other gifts . I still have several of those bags in the classic green canvas to this day. I used the canvas briefcase for my first job out of college in 1984.
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I’m not sure why this scent is so polarizing, but it definitely can be too overwhelming for some occasions. It’s just such an amazing green leathery polo dress shirts tobacco-ey scent that smells like money to me. I still have about 5 mL left in my 1995 bottle, so I can’t judge the current formulation.