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Ralph Lauren · Sold as masculine
Polo Red Extreme
The intensity of a bustling city street corner where fresh aromas of coffee mix with the spicy zest of market vendors.
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Polo Red ExtremeMid-range · $40–100
35%Similar accords, often for lessGourmand Coffee · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · shares coffee8 matches →How it wears
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Launched in 2017 by Ralph Lauren and crafted by perfumer Olivier Gillotin, Polo Red Extreme is a bold Oriental Woody fragrance that balances intense notes with unexpected freshness. The composition opens with a burst of citrus and fresh spicy accords, creating an immediate sense of energy and vibrancy. As it evolves, coffee and warm spicy elements add depth and warmth, while woody undertones ground the scent, making it both dynamic and sophisticated.
Apply two sprays to your pulse points — Polo Red Extreme's citrus and coffee notes are bright but short-lived, while the warm spices and woods provide lasting comfort. This fragrance is best suited for daytime wear when you want a scent that keeps up with your energy.
Fig. 01 — Polo Red Extreme, Ralph Lauren
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Olivier Gillotin
Reinventing the classicsOlivier Gillotin, born in Brittany, France, had his passion for perfumery ignited by a cousin working as a perfumer at Chanel.
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The originalPolo Red ExtremeRalph Lauren · Mid-range · $40–100Zara · 2025Gourmand CoffeeShares Coffeeunder $40★ 4.28 (466)35%Match
Zara · 2020Cardamom & Blood OrangeShares Blood orangeunder $40★ 3.85 (33)
With Ralph Lauren Ralph's Club New York Parfum
Adds aromatic, fresh spicy and lavender; shares three accords.
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A community favourite: loved by 56%, disliked or hated by 7%.