Chaps Ralph Lauren

For Men
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Fragrance Story

Chaps by Ralph Lauren is a Woody Chypre fragrance for men. Chaps was launched in 1979. The nose behind this fragrance is Josephine Catapano. Top notes are Lavender, Lime, Bergamot, Lemon, Clary Sage and Anise; middle notes are Sandalwood, Jasmine, Patchouli, Vetiver, Orris Root, Carnation, Cedar and Geranium; base notes are Moss, Amber, Vanilla, Musk, Benzoin, Honey and Tonka Bean.

Composition Profile

woody 100%
aromatic 85%
warm spicy 70%
earthy 60%
leather 50%
citrus 40%
mossy 35%
animalic 30%
herbal 25%
lavender 20%

About the Perfumer

Josephine Catapano

Josephine Catapano

Josephine Catapano created iconic fragrances such as Estée Lauder's Youth-Dew, Guy Laroche's Fidji, and Norell. She also composed Chaps for Ralph Lauren and Zen Original for Shiseido. Catapano is celebrated for her influential work in mid-20th century perfumery.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Lavender Lavender
Lime Lime
Bergamot Bergamot
Lemon Lemon
Clary Sage Clary Sage
Anise Anise

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Sandalwood Sandalwood
Jasmine Jasmine
Patchouli Patchouli
Vetiver Vetiver
Orris Root Orris Root
Carnation Carnation
Cedar Cedar
Geranium Geranium

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Moss Moss
Amber Amber
Vanilla Vanilla
Musk Musk
Benzoin Benzoin
Honey Honey
Tonka Bean Tonka Bean
Unique Character

Chaps Ralph Lauren by Ralph Lauren offers a distinctive olfactory experience that stands out from other fragrances in its category.

Artisanal Creation

Crafted with the finest ingredients and a blend of traditional and modern perfumery techniques, this fragrance represents the pinnacle of the perfumer's art.

Signature Style

Chaps Ralph Lauren embodies the distinctive style of Ralph Lauren while adding a unique chapter to their fragrance portfolio.

Character Profile

Chaps Ralph Lauren is Ideal For

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