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Polo

1978 · For men · Woody

Polo by Ralph Lauren was launched in 1978, a woody fragrance for men. Its accord profile is led by woody, aromatic and fresh spicy. Key notes: Pine Tree Needles, Leather and Chamomile.

At a glance

Dominant accordswoody, aromatic, fresh spicy
Key notesPine Tree Needles, Leather, Chamomile, Pepper
Community rating3.80/5 from 7,161 votes

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Accord profile

woody16%aromatic16%fresh spicy11%earthy9%tobacco9%leather8%herbal8%mossy8%green8%sweet7%

Note pyramid

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About this fragrance

Written from the structured record above — note pyramid, accord weights, perfumer credit and era.

Polo by Ralph Lauren, launched in 1978, is a woody chypre that opens with a bracing blend of juniper berries, basil, artemisia, caraway, coriander, and bergamot. This aromatic overture quickly gives way to a heart of pine needles, leather, chamomile, pepper, carnation, geranium, jasmine, and rose—a complex, spicy floral that hints at the ruggedness to come. The base is a powerhouse of tobacco, oakmoss, patchouli, cedar, vetiver, musk, and amber, leaving a lasting, earthy trail. This is not a shy fragrance; it’s a statement of classic masculinity, best suited for mature men who appreciate bold, traditional compositions. Ideal for evening wear or cooler months, Polo exudes confidence and timeless style. Collectors of vintage chypres will find this a cornerstone of the genre, embodying the craftsmanship of late-70s perfumery.

中文簡介

Polo by Ralph Lauren(1978)係一款經典木質西普男香。前調以杜松子、羅勒、苦艾、香菜、芫荽同佛手柑展開,清新帶辛香;中調轉為松針、皮革、洋甘菊、胡椒、康乃馨、天竺葵、茉莉同玫瑰,複雜而陽剛;基調由煙草、橡苔、廣藿香、雪松、香根草、麝香同琥珀組成,沉穩持久。呢支香氣勢強烈,適合成熟男士,喺秋冬季節或晚間場合使用,展現復古魅力。對於收藏經典西普香嘅人嚟講,Polo 係不可或缺嘅代表作。

Reference data

HouseRalph Lauren
NamePolo
Launched1978
Marketed asFor men
Dominant familyWoody
Notes recorded21
Accords10

Quick answers

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What are the notes in Polo?

Polo by Ralph Lauren: top notes are Juniper Berries, Basil, Artemisia, Caraway, Coriander and Bergamot; heart notes are Pine Tree Needles, Leather, Chamomile, Pepper, Carnation, Geranium, Jasmine and Rose; base notes are Tobacco, Oakmoss, Patchouli, Cedar, Vetiver, Musk and Amber.

What accords does Polo have?

The dominant accords recorded for Polo are woody (100.0%); aromatic (97.0%); fresh spicy (67.8%); earthy (53.8%); tobacco (53.5%).

When was Polo launched?

Polo by Ralph Lauren was first released in 1978.

What does Polo smell like?

Polo is recorded as a woody fragrance, centred on Pine Tree Needles, Leather and Chamomile.

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