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Ralph LaurenPolo Black

Polo Black (EDT)

2005

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Versions Timeline

2005

Polo Black EDT (Original Release)

Price Range
$40 – $120

Estimated price range, including all bottle sizes

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Perfumers

Pierre Negrin

"Polo Black EDT is a verified Ralph Lauren men’s fragrance launched in 2005 and created by perfumer Pierre Negrin. Its identity is built around a distinctive fruity-dark contrast, pairing juicy mango and citrus brightness with aromatic herbs and a smooth woody base. Compared with many Polo releases, it is less sporty and more sleek, aiming for a refined urban style rather than rugged classic masculinity. The scent is widely described as clean, versatile, and easy to wear, with a tropical twist that helps it stand out in the designer market. Its drydown leans woody and softly sweet through patchouli, sandalwood, and tonka bean. User feedback consistently praises the pleasant mango opening while often criticizing the fragrance for lighter projection and shorter wear."

Ideal Environment

Best Seasons

Spring
Summer
Fall

Ideal Weather

Sunny
Humid
Mild
Hot

Moods

Confident
Fresh
Playful
Sophisticated

Occasions

Casual
Daily Use
Date
Work
Travel

Fun Facts

The original Polo Black was launched in 2005.

Ralph Lauren Fragrances credits Pierre Negrin as the perfumer behind Polo Black.

AI Generated

Aromatic Profile

0m/4h
Top Notes
1x
FruityFreshCitrusGreenSpicySweetWoodyEarthy

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

0–36m

mango
tangerine
lemon
wormwood
Middle Notes

36m–1h 48m

tonka bean
sage
Base Notes

1h 48m–4h

sandalwood
patchouli

Performance

Longevity
40%

Short (2-4h)

Sillage
40%

Moderate

Reviews Summary

“Reviews commonly describe Polo Black EDT as a smooth, office-safe woody-fresh fragrance with a distinctive juicy mango opening and a clean sandalwood-patchouli drydown. Many users praise its versatility, warm-weather friendliness, and understated sophistication, while the most frequent criticism is weak performance, with longevity often reported around 2 to 4 hours and projection considered soft to moderate. Some wearers report better scent lift in heat or humidity, where the mango note feels more noticeable.”

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