Ralph Lauren 1997 EDT

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Polo Sport Woman

by James Krivda

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Ralph Lauren Polo Sport Woman is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1997, created by James Krivda. Polo Sport Woman opens with Lemon, Orange Blossom, Melon, and Mint, settles into a heart of Cyclamen, Poppy, Musk, and Rose, and dries down to a base of Ebony, Oak, Amber, and Cedar. Ralph Lauren's Polo Sport Woman carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

This 90s powerhouse is a fresh, clean, and utterly energising scent that left a huge hole in the market when it was discontinued. Prepare for a nostalgic citrus-wood explosion that captures the spirit of a carefree youth. Seek out a well-preserved bottle if you dare.
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  • Energetic
  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Feminine
  • Romantic
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Polo Sport Woman 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 Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its clean, fresh, and energetic profile, coupled with strong sillage and impressive longevity, makes it perfect for casual and sporty wear. While some reviewers noted its suitability for the office due to its non-offensive nature, its punchy start might be a bit much for intimate settings or very formal events.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf/Twig Oil from Eucalyptus
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

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

Start your day with a vibrant burst of lemon and juicy melon, sharply contrasted by invigorating mint and crisp eucalyptus. The heart blooms into a fresh, subtly spicy floral bouquet, where cyclamen, rose, and ginger meld with a clean musk, preventing any sweetness from taking over. It settles into a warm, grounding base of ebony, oak, cedar, and sandalwood, providing a sophisticated anchors to its initial vivacity. It's an aquatic-woody citrus with a fresh, clean demeanour.

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