Polo Modern Reserve
“Polo Modern Reserve by Ralph Lauren is a Woody fragrance for men”
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Well loved by wearers — a woody, aromatic composition with a warm spicy undertone. Voted best for year-round wear, leaning masculine.
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Launched in 2008, Polo Modern Reserve by Ralph Lauren was crafted by perfumer Carlos Benaïm to embody a blend of freshness and warmth. The fragrance opens with the vibrant green notes of basil and pimento, followed by cardamom that adds a fresh spicy edge. Vetiver and myrrh bring an earthy depth, while jasmine softens the composition slightly before transitioning into the rich suede and woody base notes. This juxtaposition creates a scent that is both modern and lasting.
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Application Tips
Apply one or two sprays to your pulse points. The basil and pimento notes are bright but fleeting, so allow a few minutes for the rich suede base to fully emerge. This fragrance is best worn in cooler weather when its warmth feels most inviting.
Carlos Benaïm
Founding perfumer · 189 fragrances · b. 1949 · Moroccan-French
“The best fragrances are the ones that feel like they've always existed.”
Carlos Benaïm is a master perfumer at IFF whose name may not be widely recognized outside the industry, yet his creations have shaped the olfactory landscape of the past four decades. Born in Tangier and raised between Morocco and Paris, he brings a multicultural sensibility to his work. He is the co-creator of iconic fragrances including Ralph Lauren Polo, Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue, and numerous compositions for Dior and YSL. Benaïm is revered within the trade as a perfumer's perfumer — technically flawless, endlessly creative.
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The story behind the bottle.
A leather-bound journal filled with the crisp scents of early morning walks, where fresh earth meets warm woods.
Fig. 01 — Polo Modern Reserve, Ralph Lauren
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