CardamomOpens with
Black PepperHeart
VetiverDries down to
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Ralph Lauren · Sold as unisex
Portrait of New York Vetiver
A brisk walk through Central Park at dawn, where crisp air and subtle woodsy notes blend into the city's awakening atmosphere.
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Portrait of New York VetiverMid-range · $40–100
99%Similar accords, often for lessFrayed Edge · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · all 3 of its listed notes are in this one8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2016 and crafted by perfumer Harry Frémont, Portrait of New York Vetiver by Ralph Lauren is a Woody Spicy fragrance that captures the essence of the city's energy. The composition opens with cardamom, bringing a fresh and aromatic burst that cuts through the air like an early morning breeze in Manhattan. Black pepper adds warmth and spiciness to the heart, creating a tension between freshness and heat. Vetiver forms the base, grounding the entire fragrance with its earthy, woody character.
Apply one or two sprays to your pulse points. The cardamom opening is bright but fleeting, so a second application may be needed after an hour or so to maintain its freshness. Vetiver's earthy warmth will linger throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — Portrait of New York Vetiver, Ralph Lauren
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Harry Frémont
A Cannes childhood, a lifetime of iconic scentsHarry Frémont is a Master Perfumer born in Cannes, France, who trained at ISIPCA in Versailles before joining Firmenich, where he won the Société Technique des Parfumeurs de France award in both 1984 and 1985.
Designer Ralph Lauren
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The originalPortrait of New York VetiverRalph Lauren · Mid-range · $40–100Zara · 2021Frayed EdgeAll 3 of its listed notes are in this oneunder $40★ 3.83 (35)62%Match
Zara · 2018Legend IronShares Black pepper and Vetiverunder $40★ 4.35 (20)
With Ralph Lauren Tuxedo
Adds amber, white floral and yellow floral; shares vetiver.
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Warmly received so far: loved by 48%, disliked or hated by 0%.