Black CurrantOpens with
Damask RoseHeart
PatchouliDries down to
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Ralph Lauren · Sold as unisex
Legacy of English Elegance Rose
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.
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Legacy of English Elegance RoseMid-range · $40–100How it wears
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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.
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.
Fig. 01 — Legacy of English Elegance Rose, Ralph Lauren
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Calice Becker
Flowers inside a bottle of eau de cologneCalice Becker (Asancheyev-Becker) is a French master perfumer and director of the Givaudan Perfumery School, whose fascination with perfume began as a child asking how flowers get inside a bottle of eau de cologne.
“I like to add a dose of intrigue because nothing catches the attention of a touch of something unexpected.”
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Designer Ralph Lauren
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