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Ralph Lauren

Legacy of English Elegance Rose

Legacy of English Elegance - Rose by Ralph Lauren is a Chypre Floral fragrance for women and men

The Quick Read

Respected, if divisive — a fruity, rose composition with a woody undertone. Voted best for spring and fall wear — and genuinely unisex.

rosy eleganceunisex sophisticationchypre warmthenglish refinementearthy depth
3.72· 18 Ratings
Created byCalice Becker
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Longevity
8.2
Sillage
6.5
Best Time
🌙Night67%
Seasons
🍂 ❄️Fall/Winter
The Story

Launched in 2016 and crafted by perfumer Calice Becker, Legacy of English Elegance Rose by Ralph Lauren is a Chypre Floral fragrance that seamlessly blends classic elegance with contemporary sophistication. The composition opens with the vibrant freshness of black currant, which gives way to the heart-stopping beauty of Damask rose. This floral core is anchored by the earthy depth of patchouli, creating a warm and enveloping base. It's neither overtly feminine nor traditionally masculine, making it a perfect unisex scent that embodies English refinement.

Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Notes Pyramid

Top

Opening

Heart

The Soul

Base

Foundation

When to Wear

🌸
Spring
☀️
Summer
🍂
Fall
❄️
Winter
🌤️
Day
🌙
Night

Who Wears It

Masculine40%
Unisex40%
Feminine20%
Performance

How It Wears

Longevity
Very Weak5.3k
Weak10.7k
Moderate5.3k
Long16.0k
Eternal5.3k
Sillage
Intimate4.6k
Moderate16.0k
Strong4.6k
Enormous2.2k

Application Tips

Apply this fragrance to your pulse points and let it develop over time. The top notes of black currant are fleeting, but the heart of Damask rose and the earthy patchouli base will linger throughout the day. It’s best enjoyed close to skin rather than sprayed liberally.

03 · The Nose

Calice Becker

Founding perfumer · 103 fragrances · French

Calice Becker portrait

Calice Asancheyev-Becker is a French master perfumer and director of Givaudan Perfumery School. As of 2018 she was president of the International Society of Perfume Creators.

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04 · Dossier

Edited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

The hushed quiet of an afternoon tea — where the crispness of black currant mingles with the delicate sweetness of Damask rose, all enveloped by a warm patchouli base.

Fig. 01 — Legacy of English Elegance Rose, Ralph Lauren

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06 · The Room

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