WS-RL-1978

Polo

1978Men

woody up front, then aromatic, settling into fresh spicy.

Polo by Ralph Lauren is a Woody Chypre fragrance for men. Polo was launched in 1978. The nose behind this fragrance is Carlos Benaïm. Top notes are Juniper Berries, Basil, Artemisia, Caraway, Coriander and Bergamot; middle notes are Pine Tree Needles, Leather, Chamomile, Pepper, Carnation, Geranium, Jasmine and Rose; base…

woody aromatic fresh spicy earthy

Nose: Carlos Benaïm

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Juniper Berries, Basil, Artemisia, Caraway, Coriander, Bergamot
Heart· 2–4h
Pine Tree Needles, Leather, Chamomile, Pepper, Carnation, Geranium, Jasmine, Rose
Drydown· 6h+
Tobacco, Oakmoss, Patchouli, Cedar, Vetiver, Musk, Amber

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

96%

54%

34%

34%

30%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachArm's length

Winter36%Fall34%Spring21%Summer9%Day50%Night50%Wears male90%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.
Best perfumes for beginners — More Ralph Lauren picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Polo smell like?

woody up front, then aromatic, settling into fresh spicy. Dominant accords: woody, aromatic, fresh spicy.

What notes are in Polo?

Top: Juniper Berries, Basil, Artemisia, Caraway, Coriander, Bergamot. Heart: Pine Tree Needles, Leather, Chamomile, Pepper, Carnation, Geranium, Jasmine, Rose. Base: Tobacco, Oakmoss, Patchouli, Cedar, Vetiver, Musk, Amber.

How long does Polo last?

Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Polo loud?

Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.

What season is Polo best for?

Winter is the top pick (36%). Fall is second at 34%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Polo?

Day wear leads at 50%. Night is a secondary pick at 50%.

Is Polo for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 90% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Polo?

Composed by Carlos Benaïm. Released in 1978.