Ralph Lauren 2005 EDT

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Polo Black

by Pierre Negrin

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Ralph Lauren Polo Black is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2005, created by Pierre Negrin. Polo Black opens with Lemon, Mandarin, Cardamom, and Mango, settles into a heart of Jasmine and Artemisia, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Patchouli, Oakmoss, and Tonka Bean. Ralph Lauren's Polo Black carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

Polo Black is a crowd-pleasing, contemporary woody-fruity scent with a sleek tropical edge. Juicy mango and bright citrus blend smoothly into a clean patchouli-cedar base, making it effortlessly stylish for day or night.
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  • Confident
  • Fresh
  • Modern
  • Playful
  • Clean
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Polo Black Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer Fall

The juicy mango and citrus opening makes Polo Black lively for spring and early summer, while its woody and patchouli-rich base provides enough warmth for autumn evenings. It may lack the depth for winter’s coldest days.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Polo Black’s fresh-fruity opening and moderate projection make it versatile for casual wear, office, and especially date nights, where its modern edge is appealing but not overpowering. It's less suited to sporty or formal black-tie occasions.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Polo Black opens with a rush of tangy mango and sparkling lemon, immediately setting a tropical yet elegant tone. A subtle blend of cardamom, artemisia, and jasmine lends aromatic lift and a juicy green touch, while the heart transitions into the deep, smooth woods of patchouli and cedar. The base is earthy, a little mossy, and quietly sweetened by tonka, giving the fragrance a polished, confident finish. Effortlessly modern and versatile, Polo Black is vibrant but never overpowering, offering a signature that is as dynamic as it is approachable.

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