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Polo by Ralph Lauren

Ralph Lauren· 1978· After Shave

Polo

7.75.5KTypically ~$70

“Pine needles, tobacco, and leather in the famous green bottle. Christmas tree and cigars — the 1978 power-dad original.”

SmokyGreenSpicyLeatheryWoody

Perfumer: Carlos Benaïm

Scent profile

Top notes

Juniper berry Basil Bergamot Caraway Coriander Tarragon

Heart notes

Carnation Geranium Pine

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

Smells similar

Espoir Hope by Ajne

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Ajne· 1968

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Base notes

Oakmoss Tobacco Amber Cedar Musk Patchouli Vetiver

Other versions

Polo Cologne Intense

When to wear it

A fall fragrance that works day and night — at its best for everyday wear and date nights.

FallDayEveryday wear

When

Winter

89%

Spring

79%

Summer

64%

Fall

100%

Day

100%

Night

98%

Where

Office

91%

Casual

100%

Date

100%

Club

64%

Formal

97%

Performance

Longevitymoderate

Sillagemoderate

Season & occasion fit is derived by Fragr from this fragrance’s accords and notes (100% = its strongest setting). Longevity and sillage reflect community reports.

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8.0few votes~$25

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Polo Sport

Ralph Lauren· 1994

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Sport

53%