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 ralph lauren t shirt 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).
One spritz of this to the neck/chest lasts for a very long time. Fall and Winter only for this bad boy, and days vs. nights. The best scent I have ever smelled. It’s my signature scent and I have almost 40 fragrances so I have tried a lot. Still, it’s not a blind buy because the smell is so distinct. It’s very green, very woody, and there’s a heaping helping of leather and tobacco hanging out very presently to support those green notes.
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.
Great longevity and sillage in the old version. I don’t care if it’s “old school”. I will being exploring the new version to see how it compares and if it holds up well in reformulation, it will be my next FB.
I’m reminded of how my clothes smelled when I was a smoker. It’s also a very nostalgic smell and, yes, I would also dub it a “dad smell”, if there was such a thing. Kind of interesting accord, but definitely not universally appealing. A couple of hours after application the smell just gets better and better.
For quality that lasts, and a timeless preppy look, choose Polo Ralph Lauren for men from Belk for your wardrobe.