WatermelonOpens with
Lime (Linden Blossom)Heart
VetiverDries down to
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Ralph Lauren · Sold as feminine
Ralph Cool
The refreshing coolness of an afternoon at a rooftop bar, where the vibrant scents of fresh fruit and floral notes blend with the subtle warmth of musk.
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Ralph CoolMid-range · $40–100
49%Similar accords, often for lessCucumber Melon · Bath & Body WorksBudget tier, under $40 · shares 4 of its 5 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Ralph Cool by Ralph Lauren was launched in 2004 and crafted by perfumers David Apel and Pierre Negrin. This unisex fragrance opens with a vibrant ozonic and aquatic accord, featuring watermelon, cucumber, and kiwi. The heart unfolds with linden blossom-lime, jasmine, honeysuckle, and lily-of-the-valley, before settling into a base of vetiver, woody notes, and musk. It is designed to capture the essence of freshness and casual elegance, perfect for those who appreciate a crisp yet comforting scent.
Apply Ralph Cool to pulse points for a lingering effect throughout the day. The ozonic top notes are bright but fleeting, so ensure you get that initial freshness by layering it slightly. Ideal for daytime wear, as the woody base provides a grounding comfort without overpowering.
Fig. 01 — Ralph Cool, Ralph Lauren
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David Apel
New England landscapes, Parisian trainingDavid Apel is a perfumer born in New Jersey who studied environmental chemistry before an offer from Givaudan drew him into fragrance, starting in the gas chromatography lab analyzing products already on the market.
Co-created with Pierre Negrin
Designer Ralph Lauren
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The originalRalph CoolRalph Lauren · Mid-range · $40–100Bath & Body Works · 2019Cucumber MelonShares 4 of its 5 notesunder $40★ 3.79 (414)44%Match
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With Diptyque Vetyverio Eau De Parfum
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What people
are saying.
Well loved by wearers: loved by 38%, disliked or hated by 17%.