Ralph Lauren Notorious
Ralph Lauren

Notorious

FruityFloralWoodySweetMuskySpicyCitrus

Notorious by Ralph Laurenis a Amber Floral fragrance for women. Notorious was launched in 2008. The nose behind this fragrance is Olivier Gillotin. Top notes are Pink Pepper, Black Currant and Bergamot; middle notes are Carnation, Peony and White Chocolate; base notes are Patchouli, Vanilla, Musk and Orris Root.

Notes

Top notes
First 0–15 minutes
Heart notes
15 minutes – 2 hours

Fragrance profile

Estimated from note profile
Longevity8+ hrs
Sillage (projection)Strong

When to wear Notorious

Best seasons
🌸Spring☀️Summer🍂Autumn❄️Winter
Best occasions
Daily wearDate nightEveningSport / outdoorFormal

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Common questions about Notorious

What does Ralph Lauren Notorious smell like?+

Ralph Lauren Notorious is a fruity, floral, and woody fragrance. The opening is black currant. the heart settles on carnation, peony, and pink pepper. the dry-down rests on patchouli, vanilla, and musk.

How long does Ralph Lauren Notorious last on skin?+

Ralph Lauren Notorious is estimated to last 8+ hrs on skin (a 5/5 longevity score). This is derived from the base-note composition — heavier base families like oriental, woody, and leather extend wear, while citrus-led blends tend to fade faster.

How strong is the projection of Ralph Lauren Notorious?+

Ralph Lauren Notorious projects at a strong level (4/5 sillage). Expect it to fill a room and announce itself before you arrive.

When should I wear Ralph Lauren Notorious?+

Ralph Lauren Notorious is best worn during spring, summer, autumn, and winter. The note profile makes it well suited to daily wear, date night, evening, sport / outdoor, and formal. ScentCast pairs it with live weather and your calendar so you only reach for it on the right days.

Do I need to reapply Ralph Lauren Notorious during the day?+

Based on the note structure, a single morning application usually carries through the full day. Heat and humidity will shorten longevity; cooler weather and moisturised skin will extend it.

Is Ralph Lauren Notorious worth adding to a fragrance collection?+

Ralph Lauren Notorious fits collectors looking for fruity, floral, and woody signature. ScentCast members can add Ralph Lauren Notorious to their collection and the app will surface it on the days the weather, occasion, and personal taste align — turning a single bottle into an informed rotation pick rather than a guess.

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