Notorious
floral up front, then warm spicy, settling into soft spicy.
About
Notorious by Ralph Lauren is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women. Notorious was launched in 2008. The nose behind this fragrance is Olivier Gillotin. Top notes are Black Currant, Pink Pepper and Bergamot; middle notes are Carnation, Peony and White Chocolate; base notes are Patchouli, Vanilla, Musk and Orris Root.…
Nose: Olivier Gillotin
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Ralph Lauren picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Notorious smell like?
floral up front, then warm spicy, settling into soft spicy. Dominant accords: floral, warm spicy, soft spicy.
What notes are in Notorious?
Top: Black Currant, Pink Pepper, Bergamot. Heart: Carnation, Peony, White Chocolate. Base: Patchouli, Vanilla, Musk, Orris Root.
How long does Notorious last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Notorious loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Notorious best for?
Fall is the top pick (35%). Winter is second at 30%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Notorious?
Night wear leads at 51%. Day is a secondary pick at 49%.
Is Notorious for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 64% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Notorious?
Composed by Olivier Gillotin. Released in 2008.
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