19
Notes
8
Accords
1
Perfumer
Romance for Men
masculine
Created by Antoine Lie
Romance for Men by Ralph Lauren is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for men. Romance for Men was launched in 1999. The nose behind this fragrance is Antoine Lie. Top notes are Orange, Pistachio Leaf, Lavender, Ginger, Black Currant, Mandarin Orange and Ginseng; middle notes are Geranium, Rose, Saffron, Cardamom, Basil, Celery and Lily; base notes are Pine Tree, Oakmoss, Vetiver, Musk and Patchouli.
Fragrance Notes
Best Season
32%
Win
100%
Spr
80%
Sum
53%
Fall
Day & Night
96%
Day
75%
Night
Olfactory Pyramid
From opening to dry-down, intensity based on community voting.
Opening
Evolution
Dry-down
Top Notes0 – 15 min
Heart Notes15 min – 3 h
Base Notes3 h – end
User Ratings
615 votes
4.24
Love it
28246%
Like it
25341%
OK
274%
Dislike
508%
Hate it
30%
Community Insights
PositiveBased on 42 community opinions from Reddit
7.5
/ 10 community score
Romance for Men is fondly remembered by the community as a distinctive, compliment-generating fragrance that made an impression during the wearer's younger years. While users deeply regret its discontinuation and actively seek alternatives or dupes, the scent's legacy is positive, though it's considered sweeter and more casual than modern fragrance preferences.
Strengths
- Received frequent compliments from strangers and acquaintances
- Distinctive, memorable scent with strong sillage
- Versatile for social situations and approachable appeal
Weaknesses
- Discontinued and difficult to find
- Somewhat sweeter profile not suitable for all preferences
- Expensive on secondary market due to discontinuation
Best for
Social events and occasions requiring compliment-gettersYounger men seeking approachable, friendly fragranceCasual to smart-casual wear
AI-generated summary based on public community discussions. Not affiliated with the opinions' authors.
