by Ralph Lauren
Ralph Lauren Polo Supreme Cashmere is a softly textured, ambery woody fragrance with a powdery, slightly sweet drydown. It opens with a brief burst of bergamot before settling into a warm, creamy blend of cashmeran, orris, myrrh, and incense. The scent unfolds linearly—gentle, diffuse, and equally as refined as it is understated. It carries a soft, powdery amber warmth reminiscent of old books, treated leather, or a quietly elegant cashmere shawl. Though its projection is moderate and longevity on the moderate side, the fragrance lingers as a subtle, skin-scented presence that feels close to the body. The overall impression leans elegantly masculine with a subtle sophistication that aligns more with formal or intimate settings, particularly during autumn and winter. Its effect can be described as elegant, opaque, and quietly luxurious—though some find it faint or forgettable. The sweetness of the orris and balsamic qualities, combined with a synthetic edge, may appeal to fans of refined, narcotic-like fragrances, especially those drawn to deep incense, smoky woody notes, or similar tonalities found in Amouage or Guerlain's Bois Mysterieux. Others find the synthetic sweetness overpowering or medical-like, particularly in a slightly unpleasant square of electrons associated with certain aldehyde or ambrox-type materials.