Polo Red Parfum by Ralph Lauren

Brand: Ralph Lauren

Concentration: Parfum

Scent overview

Bergamot, blood orange and pink peppercorn open onto absinthe, orris and lavender over musk, cedarwood and opoponax. The deepest, woodiest Polo Red.

Scent Character

Parfum · Introduced 2023 · Men

Key accords: Bergamot, Blood Orange, Pink Pepper, Absinthe, Orris, Lavender

Top Notes

Heart Notes

Base Notes

  • Musk
  • Cedarwood
  • Opoponax

Occasions: Evening, Night Out, Date

Seasons: Fall, Winter

Fragrance overview

Polo Red Parfum by Ralph Lauren belongs to the woody fragrance family. Bergamot, blood orange and pink peppercorn open onto absinthe, orris and lavender over musk, cedarwood and opoponax. The deepest, woodiest Polo Red. Polo Red Parfum opens with Bergamot, Blood Orange, and Pink Pepper. The heart brings Absinthe, Orris, and Lavender. It dries down to Musk, Cedarwood, and Opoponax.

How to wear Polo Red Parfum

On skin, Polo Red Parfum by Ralph Lauren has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, Parfum concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening, night out, and date. Its best layering match in the catalog is Flower Bomb by Viktor & Rolf. Apply Polo Red Parfum first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flower Bomb on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Polo Red Parfum : 2 sprays Flower Bomb and adjust to taste.

How the notes develop

Polo Red Parfum opens with Bergamot, Blood Orange, and Pink Pepper.

The heart brings Absinthe, Orris, and Lavender.

It dries down to Musk, Cedarwood, and Opoponax.

What to layer with Polo Red Parfum

  • Viktor & Rolf Flower Bomb bottle

    Flower Bomb by Viktor & Rolf

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and musk.

    Order: Apply Polo Red Parfum first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flower Bomb on top for floral lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Polo Red Parfum : 2 sprays Flower Bomb

  • Valentino Born in Roma bottle

    Born in Roma by Valentino

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and musk.

    Order: Apply Polo Red Parfum first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Born in Roma on top for floral lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Polo Red Parfum : 2 sprays Born in Roma

  • Valentino Voce Viva bottle

    Voce Viva by Valentino

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and musk.

    Order: Apply Polo Red Parfum first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Voce Viva on top for floral lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Polo Red Parfum : 2 sprays Voce Viva

  • Bond No. 9 West Side bottle

    West Side by Bond No. 9

    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, orris, and musk.

    Order: Apply Polo Red Parfum first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer West Side on top for floral lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Polo Red Parfum : 2 sprays West Side

  • Commodity Juice bottle

    Juice by Commodity

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, musk, and cedarwood.

    Order: Apply Polo Red Parfum first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Juice on top for floral lift.

    Ratio: 1 spray Polo Red Parfum : 2 sprays Juice

Pairings to approach with care

  • Commodity Tea bottle

    Tea by Commodity

    Not Recommended · 31/99

    Polo Red Parfum has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Tea brings a fresh contrast to this woody scent.

    Order: Apply Polo Red Parfum first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tea on top for fresh lift.

    Ratio: 1 spray Polo Red Parfum : 2 sprays Tea

  • Maison Asrar Legacy bottle

    Legacy by Maison Asrar

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    Not Recommended · 36/99

    Polo Red Parfum has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Legacy brings a citrus contrast to this woody scent, and they share bergamot and musk.

    Order: Apply Polo Red Parfum first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Legacy on top for citrus lift.

    Ratio: 1 spray Polo Red Parfum : 2 sprays Legacy

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Frequently asked questions

Which notes are listed for Polo Red Parfum?

Polo Red Parfum opens with Bergamot, Blood Orange, and Pink Pepper. The heart brings Absinthe, Orris, and Lavender. It dries down to Musk, Cedarwood, and Opoponax.

How long does Polo Red Parfum last, and how strong is it?

Polo Red Parfum by Ralph Lauren has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, Parfum concentration.

When should you wear Polo Red Parfum?

It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening, night out, and date.

What layers well with Polo Red Parfum?

Flower Bomb by Viktor & Rolf is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and musk. Apply Polo Red Parfum first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flower Bomb on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Polo Red Parfum : 2 sprays Flower Bomb.

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