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Score
81/100

Ralph Lauren

Polo Blue EDT

2003

Poolside in the Hamptons — effortlessly clean, effortlessly American.

Polo Blue EDT
ozonic
aquatic
aromatic

The take

What works

  • Pioneering aquatic-melon signature that defined the 'blue' category
  • Crowd-pleasing and inoffensive — wears anywhere
  • Budget-friendly summer signature

Trade-offs

  • Very predictable now — the category it defined has caught up
  • Strictly seasonal — wrong for cold weather

Notes

Top

CucumberCucumberMelonMelonMandarin OrangeMandarin Orange

Mid

BasilBasilSageSageGeraniumGeranium

Base

SuedeSuedeWoodsy NotesWoodsy NotesMuskMusk

Performance

Longevity
5–7 hours
Projection
Arm's length
Sillage
Soft trail

When to wear

Spring81%
Summer100%
Fall28%
Winter14%
Day100%
Night28%

Occasions

CasualActiveBeach

Gender

Strongly masculine

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other

You might also like

Different scent, similar vibe

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Polo Blue EDT smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Ralph Lauren Polo Blue Gold Blend (77%), Ralph Lauren Polo Ultra Blue (75%), Calvin Klein Eternity Aqua for Men (73%). Close siblings — adjacent compositions in the same family.

How long does Polo Blue EDT last?

5–7 hours on most skin (good longevity at 65/100) with solid projection.

When should you wear Polo Blue EDT?

Strongest in summer and spring, daytime-leaning. Suited to casual, active, beach.

Is Polo Blue EDT worth it?

At $55–$160, yes for this tier. Pioneering aquatic-melon signature that defined the 'blue' category. Crowd-pleasing and inoffensive — wears anywhere.

Details

Perfumer
Celine Barel, Carlos Benaïm
Collection
Polo