Romance
Romance by Ralph Lauren is a feminine-leaning eau de parfum from 1998 in the designer price tier. It opens with bergamot and ginger, moves into damask rose, jasmine and lily of the valley and dries down to white musk, patchouli and oakmoss. Expect around 7 hours of wear, and it projects at a moderate level.
Notes, explained
Opening
- Bergamot Sharp citrus with a faint bitter edge. The opening of about half of all men's fragrances.
- Ginger Warm, zesty and slightly soapy. Bridges citrus and spice.
Heart
- Damask Rose The rich, jammy, honeyed rose. Deep and slightly wine-like.
- Jasmine Heady, sweet and slightly animal underneath. Rarely subtle.
- Lily of the Valley Clean, green, dewy floral. Reads as 'fresh laundry' to most people.
Dry-down
- White Musk Clean, soft, laundry-like. The 'smells like nothing but better' note.
- Patchouli Damp earth and dark chocolate. Either you love it or it's your least favourite note.
- Oakmoss Damp forest floor. Bitter, green and the backbone of every chypre.
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