Ralph Lauren 2006 EDT

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Polo Double Black

by Ellen Molner

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Ralph Lauren Polo Double Black is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2006, created by Ellen Molner. Polo Double Black opens with Pepper and Mango, settles into a heart of Nutmeg and Coffee, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Cardamom, and Juniper. Ralph Lauren's Polo Double Black carries a Favourite verdict, a spicy-led wear.

A truly gorgeous scent that has been tragically let down by woeful performance. If only Polo Double Black delivered on its promise, it would be a certified legend, but prepare to reapply, and then reapply again. The mango-coffee-pepper combo is legitimately divine though, and still worth indulging in.
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Polo Double Black Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Mango56%
Pepper44%
Heartas listed
Coffee59%
Nutmeg41%
Baseas listed
Woody Notes36%
Cardamom34%
Juniper30%

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 Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its intimate projection makes it suitable for office wear, but the seductive spiced mango and coffee notes lean heavily towards date nights. The poor longevity means it's best for shorter casual outings or situations where frequent reapplication is possible rather than high-stakes formal events or sports.

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 Double Black opens with an unusual but captivating blend of juicy mango and sharp pepper, quickly introducing a warm, spiced heart of nutmeg and dark, roasted coffee. The dry down settles into a woody embrace, with hints of resinous juniper and aromatic cardamom, adding a sophisticated depth that clings close to the skin.

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