“I have always been inspired by the world around me—the places I’ve been to, the places I dream of.”
– Ralph Lauren
It was in 1978 that Ralph Lauren first decided to expand his lifestyle brand to embrace the world of fragrance. Since then, for more than 35 years Ralph Lauren Fragrances has been developing new fragrances for men and women that express the distinct personality and encapsulate the luxury lifestyle of the Ralph Lauren brand.
Ralph Lauren now introduces the latest addition to its fragrance portfolio, the Ralph Lauren Collection Fragrances. The collection comprises ten perfumes that capture the spirit and glamour of the designer’s world. Ralph Lauren has always drawn much inspiration from beloved locations around the world, and these new fragrances express the spirit of five striking destinations through their exquisite scent; A Portrait of New York, Riviera Dream, A Legacy of English Elegance, Song of America and Treasures of Safari.
Ralph Lauren says, ‘When I design, I invite you on a journey. It starts with the mood of a certain place, and I create a movie to tell that story—the textures and colors, and even the scents. My hope is that I’ve created worlds that you want to return to again and again.’
The new Ralph Lauren Collection blends traditional haute perfumery techniques with modern stylings unpinned by sophisticated simplicity. Each fragrance is composed around a signature defining scent that is emblematic of the luxurious Ralph Lauren setting.
Below, we break down the Collection that takes you on a journey across the world…
Portrait of New York
“New York is a symbol of glamour and excitement. It is where I live and where I am inspired to create some of my most sophisticated collections.” – Ralph Lauren
- WHITE LILY, a dramatic bouquet nuanced with creamy Madagascar Vanilla and spicy Pink Pepper, is inspired by the elegance of Ralph Lauren’s Madison Avenue flagship
- VETIVER, enhanced with fresh Green Cardamom and warm Black Pepper, conveys the enchantment of a New York City soirée
Riviera Dream
“The French Riviera has an indelible romantic quality—it is a place of charm, beauty and style. I wanted to capture its spirit of excitement and artistic expression.” – Ralph Lauren
- LIME, an invigorating note, bursts with Calabrian Bergamot and Cedrat for a fragrance that conjures the pristine brightness of a coastal retreat
- ORANGE FLOWER, blended with Neroli and juicy Mandarin, carries the radiance of an elegant garden party
A Legacy of English Elegance
“England has always inspired me, from its elegance to its incredible heritage and tradition.” – Ralph Lauren
- ROSE, reminiscent of a lush London garden, is enhanced with fruity Black Currant and warm Patchouli to create a classically feminine scent
- WHITE TEA, a smooth and timeless blend of Maté, Osmanthus flowers and Bergamot that honors the grand tradition of high tea in the English countryside
Song of America
“I’m inspired by the openness of the American landscape—the mountains, the plains—and the art and culture of its people.” – Ralph Lauren
- SAGE, a spirited blend with Green Fig and earthy Fir Balsam inspired by the majestic beauty of the Rocky Mountains
- MAGNOLIA, silhouetted with bright Lemon and woody Patchouli, evokes the warm brilliance of an early spring sunrise
Treasures of Safari
“Safari is a dream I often return to—it is a romantic adventure, a world of refinement set against a rugged landscape.” – Ralph Lauren
- AMBER, combined with dark Bourbon Vanilla and rich Labdanum, paints a warm vision of the golden Sahara sunset
- OUD, one of the world’s most precious oils, is blended with smoky Guaiac Wood and Incense to evoke the exotic spirit of the African savannah
The journey does not stop with the fragrance alone, the accompanying accessories are an elegant display of luxury craftsmanship. A handcrafted leather sleeve is designed especially for the 100ml Eau de Parfum and there is the beautiful Traveller’s Trunk that can display all ten fragrances or convert to a jewellery case for alternative use.
Other complementary lines include lush scented candles, compact diffusers and a rich body crème designed to highlight the fragrances in the Collection.
