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Romance by Ralph Lauren

Ralph Lauren· 1987· Eau de Parfum Intense

Romance

7.95.2KTypically ~$60

“Soap-clean rose and marigold on white musk. Nineties bridal classic that still smells like fresh laundry and first apartments.”

FloralSpicyCitrusGreenSynthetic

Scent profile

Top notes

Rose Chamomile Ginger Lemon Yellow Freesia

Heart notes

Lily Lotus White Violet Carnation

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

Smells similar

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Base notes

White Musk Oakmoss Exotic Woods Patchouli

Other versions

Romance Parfum (2021)Romance Eau de Parfum Intense

When to wear it

A spring fragrance that wears easiest in daylight — at its best for everyday wear and the office.

SpringDayEveryday wear

When

Winter

64%

Spring

100%

Summer

92%

Fall

79%

Day

100%

Night

70%

Where

Office

93%

Casual

100%

Date

85%

Club

56%

Formal

83%

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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Sport

63%