Romance by Ralph Lauren

Brand: Ralph Lauren

Concentration: EDP

Scent overview

Rose, ginger and freesia with a touch of pink pepper open onto lily, lotus, violet and jasmine over white musk, oakmoss and patchouli. A soft, romantic rose classic.

Scent Character

EDP · Introduced 1998 · Women

Key accords: Rose, Ginger, Freesia, Pink Pepper, Lily, Lotus

Top Notes

  • Rose
  • Ginger
  • Freesia
  • Pink Pepper

Heart Notes

Base Notes

  • Musk
  • Oakmoss
  • Patchouli
  • Woody Notes

Occasions: Daytime, Date, Office

Seasons: Spring, Summer

Fragrance overview

Romance by Ralph Lauren belongs to the floral fragrance family. Rose, ginger and freesia with a touch of pink pepper open onto lily, lotus, violet and jasmine over white musk, oakmoss and patchouli. A soft, romantic rose classic. Romance opens with Rose, Ginger, Freesia, and Pink Pepper. The heart brings Lily, Lotus, Violet, and Jasmine. It dries down to Musk, Oakmoss, Patchouli, and Woody Notes.

How to wear Romance

On skin, Romance by Ralph Lauren has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring and summer. Reach for it for daytime, date, and office. Its best layering match in the catalog is Bleu de Chanel by Chanel. Apply Romance first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Romance : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel and adjust to taste.

How the notes develop

Romance opens with Rose, Ginger, Freesia, and Pink Pepper.

The heart brings Lily, Lotus, Violet, and Jasmine.

It dries down to Musk, Oakmoss, Patchouli, and Woody Notes.

What to layer with Romance

  • Chanel Bleu de Chanel bottle

    Bleu de Chanel by Chanel

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share ginger, pink pepper, and jasmine.

    Order: Apply Romance first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Romance : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel

  • Calvin Klein CK One bottle

    CK One by Calvin Klein

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose, freesia, and violet.

    Order: Apply Romance first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Romance : 2 sprays CK One

  • Chloé Nomade bottle

    Nomade by Chloé

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose, freesia, and jasmine.

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

    Ratio: 2 sprays Romance : 2 sprays Nomade

  • Bond No. 9 Bleecker Street bottle

    Bleecker Street by Bond No. 9

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, oakmoss, and patchouli.

    Order: Apply Romance first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleecker Street on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Romance : 2 sprays Bleecker Street

  • Maison Crivelli Bois Datchaï bottle

    Bois Datchaï by Maison Crivelli

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose, oakmoss, and patchouli.

    Order: Apply Romance first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bois Datchaï on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Romance : 2 sprays Bois Datchaï

Pairings to approach with care

  • Afnan Supremacy Incense bottle

    Supremacy Incense by Afnan

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    Not Recommended · 34/99

    Supremacy Incense has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Supremacy Incense brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent, and they share patchouli.

    Order: Apply Romance first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Supremacy Incense on top for oriental lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Romance : 1 spray Supremacy Incense

  • Maison Francis Kurkdjian Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum bottle

    Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum by Maison Francis Kurkdjian

    Not Recommended · 36/99

    Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent.

    Order: Apply Romance first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum on top for oriental lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Romance : 1 spray Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum

Related fragrances and why

  • Bleu de Chanel by Chanel
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    — Both include ginger, pink pepper, and jasmine.
  • CK One by Calvin Klein
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    — Both include rose, freesia, and violet.
  • Nomade by Chloé
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    — Both include rose, freesia, and jasmine.

Frequently asked questions

Which notes are listed for Romance?

Romance opens with Rose, Ginger, Freesia, and Pink Pepper. The heart brings Lily, Lotus, Violet, and Jasmine. It dries down to Musk, Oakmoss, Patchouli, and Woody Notes.

How long does Romance last, and how strong is it?

Romance by Ralph Lauren has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.

When should you wear Romance?

It's best in spring and summer. It suits daytime, date, and office.

What layers well with Romance?

Bleu de Chanel by Chanel is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share ginger, pink pepper, and jasmine. Apply Romance first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Romance : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel.

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