Ralph Lauren is known for creating really unique compositions. They tend to combine notes in ways that other designers typically don't. Polo Double Black takes this to a whole new level though. Despite what the color may suggest, it is not an overly heavy fragrance. It's definitely darker and spicy, but there is a nice sweetness given by a few of the notes.
Polo Double Black was released in 2006, making this perhaps one of the oldest fragrances I own. Despite it being around for nearly fifteen years, its composition is unlike anything else I have experienced. At the top, we have mango and pepper, in the middle there's roasted coffee beans and nutmeg, and at the bottom, we have juniper berries, woodsy notes, and cardamom. Unlike Polo Red Intense, I do actually smell the roasted coffee beans which I really like about Double Black. In fact, the most prominent notes in this one are the mango, pepper, and coffee beans.When I first apply Double Black, I get a strong rush of the pepper and coffee which may be a bit strong for some people. After a few moments, I begin to get the mango and some of the woodsy notes. The opening phase is short lived, lasting only about twenty to thirty minutes, but once it begins to settle on my skin, it becomes very pleasant.
While Double Black is considered to be an oriental fragrance because of the spices, it has a certain gourmand quality to it. I really could see the composition making a great cup of coffee, minus the alcohol of course! It might just be me, but the mango, spices, and woodsy notes just sound like they would taste great. If this really is a coffee composition, please let me know in the comments!
So I got around 8 hours out of this one which is pretty good for a citrusy scent. However, unfortunately, much like most of the Ralph Lauren line that I've tried, Double Black does not project. It is so disappointing because if it did, even just a little, I could easily see this becoming an everyday scent for me. But since I like fragrances that leave a silage, this one is probably going to be an at-home scent.
I bought the 4.2oz bottle for $85 from Sephora, which, considering the lack of projection, isn't really worth the price. You could get the 2.5oz bottle for around $70, but that's still a bit too pricey for a scent that's not going to get you noticed.You can definitely find it for a cheaper price at discount outlets like fragrancex. I would recommend checking there first prior to paying retail price.
I have to say though, the bottle for Double Black is super sleek; in fact, it is probably my favorite bottle.
Overall, I would give this one a 6/10 just because I like the composition so much! Even if you never buy a bottle, it's a fragrance you'll want to experience, if only at the store.
So what are your thoughts on Ralph Lauren Polo Double Black? Have you tried it, and if so, would you recommend it? Also, do you know of any RL fragrances that do project? Let me know in the comments or send me an email at tnpersona@gmail.com.
-Ryan S.
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