LemonOpens with
MagnoliaHeart
PatchouliDries down to
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Ralph Lauren · Sold as unisex
Song of America Magnolia
The quiet dignity of a well-tended garden where lemon trees meet magnolia blossoms — an intimate space that feels both lasting and welcoming.
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Song of America MagnoliaMid-range · $40–100
54%Similar accords, often for lessSilver · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · shares lemon and patchouli8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2016 and crafted by perfumer Carlos Benaïm, Song of America Magnolia by Ralph Lauren is a chypre floral fragrance that captures the essence of American elegance. The composition opens with a bright burst of lemon, giving way to the lush, creamy heart of magnolia, which is enveloped in a warm base of patchouli. This blend creates an atmosphere that feels both fresh and comforting, evoking memories of a classic Southern garden.
Apply this fragrance lightly to the pulse points, as the lemon top note is bright but fleeting. The patchouli base will gradually unfold over time, making it ideal for daytime wear when you want a scent that evolves gracefully throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — Song of America Magnolia, Ralph Lauren
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Carlos Benaïm
The quiet geniusCarlos 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.
“Perfumers always strive to create a scent that will have long lasting appeal but we never fully know in advance.”
Carlos Benaïm · The Candy Perfume Boy, April 2015
Designer Ralph Lauren
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The originalSong of America MagnoliaRalph Lauren · Mid-range · $40–100Zara · 2022SilverShares Lemon and Patchouliunder $40★ 3.79 (167)55%Match
Zara · 2019Blue HoleShares Lemon and Patchouliunder $40★ 4.43 (99)54%Match
Zara · 2019001 Somewhere NowhereShares Lemon and Magnoliaunder $40★ 3.57 (58)54%Match
Zara · 2018Scent #4Shares Lemon and Patchouliunder $40★ 3.72 (57)
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 11%, disliked or hated by 6%.