The Last Spritz

Popular fragrances

Score
76/100

Ralph Lauren

Polo Green EDT

1978

The smell of a country club in 1982 — moss, leather, and a quiet kind of authority.

Polo Green
woody
aromatic
fresh spicy

The take

What works

  • Iconic chypre-green formula — a cultural landmark of American masculinity
  • Remarkable performance for a sub-$50 fragrance
  • Genuine character that modern designers don't even attempt

Trade-offs

  • Reads dated to noses raised on fresh aquatics
  • Reformulation has weakened the original beast-mode performance

Notes

Top

Juniper BerriesJuniper BerriesBasilBasilArtemisiaArtemisiaCarawayCarawayCorianderCorianderBergamotBergamot

Mid

Pine Tree NeedlesPine Tree NeedlesLeatherLeatherChamomileChamomilePepperPepperCarnationCarnationGeraniumGeraniumJasmineJasmineRoseRose

Base

TobaccoTobaccoOakmossOakmossPatchouliPatchouliCedarCedarVetiverVetiverMuskMuskAmberAmber

Performance

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

When to wear

Spring58%
Summer26%
Fall96%
Winter100%
Day84%
Night83%

Occasions

Casual

Gender

Strongly masculine
$95–$135Great value
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Polo Green last?

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

When should you wear Polo Green?

Strongest in winter and fall, works day or night. Suited to casual.

Is Polo Green worth it?

At $95–$135, fine — with caveats. Iconic chypre-green formula — a cultural landmark of American masculinity. Remarkable performance for a sub-$50 fragrance.

Details

Perfumer
Carlos Benaïm