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Ralph Lauren

Chaps

1979 · For men · Woody

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Accord profile

woody14%aromatic12%warm spicy11%earthy11%leather10%citrus10%mossy9%animalic8%herbal8%lavender8%

Note pyramid

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About this fragrance

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Chaps by Ralph Lauren, launched in 1979, is a Woody Chypre that opens with a bright, herbaceous blend of lavender, lime, bergamot, lemon, clary sage, and anise. The citrus and aromatic top notes quickly give way to a complex heart of sandalwood, jasmine, patchouli, vetiver, orris root, carnation, cedar, and geranium, creating a dense, spicy, and slightly floral core. The base is rich and enduring, with moss, amber, vanilla, musk, benzoin, honey, and tonka bean, leaving a warm, leathery, and earthy trail. This vintage scent is unapologetically masculine, with a strong woody character (100%) and notable aromatic (91%), warm spicy (82%), earthy (79%), leather (73%), and citrus (71%) accords. It suits collectors who appreciate classic, robust chypres from the late 70s and those who enjoy fragrances with depth and longevity. Ideal for evening wear or cooler months, Chaps is a piece of olfactory history that stands apart from modern aquatics.

中文簡介

Chaps 由 Ralph Lauren 於 1979 年推出,屬木質西普調。前調以薰衣草、青檸、佛手柑、檸檬、鼠尾草與八角展開,明亮而帶草本氣息;中調融合檀香、茉莉、廣藿香、香根草、鳶尾根、康乃馨、雪松與天竺葵,層次豐富,帶辛香與微花香;基調以苔蘚、琥珀、香草、麝香、安息香、蜂蜜與零陵香豆收結,溫暖、皮革感與泥土氣息持久。整體木質主導(100%),芳香(91%)、暖辛(82%)、泥土(79%)、皮革(73%)與柑橘(71%)和諧並存。適合鍾情經典西普的收藏家,以及喜愛濃郁、有深度香氣的人。秋冬季節或晚間使用尤為合適,是七十年代末香水的代表作。

Reference data

HouseRalph Lauren
NameChaps
Launched1979
Marketed asFor men
Dominant familyWoody
Notes recorded21
Accords10

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