Inspiration: Romance by Ralph Lauren for Him (vintage formulation) (Retail Price: $350)
33.33% CONCENTRATION: Extrait de Parfum 34 ML (1.1 FL.OZ)
CLASSIFICATION:
Woody and Aromatic
GENDER:
Masculine
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The late nineties were a golden era for fragrances, gifting us olfactory treasures that became the benchmarks of masculinity and sophistication. Among them was Romance for Him by Ralph Lauren, an intoxicating blend that mesmerized with its perfect balance of warmth, spice, and herbal elegance. This vintage masterpiece captivated fragrance enthusiasts with its unforgettable fusion of ginger, black currant, saffron, and basil, creating an aroma that was both daring and refined. Anchored by the richness of pistachio leaf and the virile essence of pine, it exuded confidence and timeless charm. Sadly, as trends evolved, Romance for Him faded into obscurity, making way for contemporary successors like Polo Red and its many variations. But for those who still yearn for that classic scent, His Affair brings it back to life! Inspired by the vintage formulation of this legendary fragrance, our reinterpretation preserves every note of the original’s charm. The zesty freshness of orange and mandarin orange, the aromatic embrace of lavender and geranium, and the earthy depth of patchouli, oakmoss, and vetiver blend harmoniously to recreate this nostalgic masterpiece. Dua Fragrances proudly revives this lost gem, ensuring its legacy endures for those who refuse to let go of a great love. Let His Affair rekindle the flame of a scent long cherished—an intimate secret between you and the past, now made timeless.
Yes! His Affair is our inspired recreation of the vintage Romance for Him by Ralph Lauren. We meticulously crafted this scent to mirror the original’s magic, ensuring fans of the classic fragrance can relive its charm.
Our version stays true to the original’s DNA, maintaining its luxurious blend of orange, ginseng, pistachio leaf, and pine tree. While modern formulations often alter compositions, His Affair captures the essence of the vintage formulation.
Absolutely! His Affair is an extrait de parfum, which means it offers a higher concentration of fragrance oils. This results in impressive longevity and projection, allowing you to enjoy its sophisticated aroma all day.
This scent is versatile but truly shines in romantic and evening settings. The warmth of saffron, musk, and patchouli makes it an alluring choice for date nights and special occasions.
Yes, but it performs exceptionally well in cooler months due to its rich, spicy, and woody notes. However, the citrus and herbal facets also make it wearable in spring and early fall.
Pistachio leaf adds a unique green, slightly nutty nuance that enhances the fresh yet warm appeal of the composition, making it one of the standout elements of His Affair.
Unlike many imitations, His Affair stays loyal to the original vintage formulation, ensuring a nearly identical experience. If you loved Romance for Him, this is your best chance to relive that unforgettable scent.
You can purchase His Affair exclusively through Dua Fragrances’ official website. Secure your bottle today and indulge in the nostalgia of a legendary scent reborn!
It shares the lounge-like warmth of Replica Jazz, while also appealing to those who enjoy Tobacco Vanille by Tom Ford or the textural depth found in Le Labo creations. As a Maison Margiela Jazz Club dupe, it feels smoother and more intimate than many louder tobacco perfumes.
Customer Reviews
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 30 reviews.
This is a good one . I blind bought it cause a guy at work told me about my romance and how it was his favorite until they discontinued it. This is very sweet, soft and would make a girl want to cuddle up close to you.
Josh5/5
Another great frag ,people were asking what I was wearing👍👍
David E.5/5Verified
We need this back to restock ASAP!!! Is Legendary...
Gabriel B.5/5
I like the product. The fragrance is great. The shipping is very slow.
Jerry M.5/5Verified
This is a beautiful scent. It is reminiscent of Eternity or maybe even Platinum Egoiste, but it stands its own. Performance is not bad either for this kind of fragrance profile.
Ryan M.5/5
I cant believe how much it smells exactly like the Ralph Lauren Romance for Men. Will purchase again when restocked.
Susana P.5/5Verified
Unmistakably Masculine and Signature Scent Worthy. There's nothing else out today that smells similar. It's one of those scents, when you wear it, you KNOW you smell good. At first I was going to dismiss it as a barbershop scent, but as it develops you realize it's more like a barbershop scent on steroids.
Abel5/5
I have bought a few other "inspired by" romance products and they were not even close. Dua smells almost the same and lasts longer, although that may be the original bottle I have is 15+ years old. I am really glad I found this product!
Scott D.5/5
The closest you'll get to RL Romance without spending $300 on an old or used bottle.
Matthew P.5/5Verified
Smells just as I remembered it. Happy to have this once again since it is discontinued. Great job. Delivery was not great however. Took over two weeks to arrive.
Glenmore B.4/5Verified
Amazing
Once again Dua absolutely kills it. This is fantastic and addicting.
Shaun5/5
Very close and lasts longer than the original.
Christopher A.5/5Verified
Took me right back
Romance use to be my favorite scent. As soon as I opened the box His Affair came in it took me right back. I haven't smelt this scent in years. If you're like me and not willing to spend hundreds on an old bottle of Romance this is PERECT!!
Matt5/5
Went looking for Ralph Lauren's "Romance" fragrance and found a amazing alternative. "His Affair" has gotten compliance on a daily basis because it has become my every day fragrance. I will be ordering more very soon
Jason H.5/5Verified
This is an absolutely amazing fragrance sprayed some on this morning and my wife said mmmmm that smells really good.... I cannot remember if I had this or sprayed it in the 90s but I took a chance based off reviews the first initial spray is bright citrus 🍊 like a burst of juicy orange and citrus fresh sparkling like a celebration scent.... It's amazing how the opening smells sooo similar to supernova mandarin orange cologne elixir the hybrid mixed with Elysium eua intense it's sooooo refreshing with a great masculine dry down that is a true work of art well done Dua a true Gem and you captured this fragrance with authority 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Matthew F.5/5Verified
I miss the 90’s. This brings me back.
Rebecca F.5/5Verified
The fragrance itself is very good. It seems well blended, the opening is smooth and it remains potent for 8 hours at least. I gave it 4 out of 5 only because it falls just short of the original Romance for men, but that is to be expected. I would rather be 92% there for $40 than spend $300 on a possibly sour bottle from ebay.
Matthew C.4/5Verified
Great Perfume ... great packaging ... and a great brand ... keep the dedication going!
Samer A.5/5Verified
At long last! 🙌🏻
I am...er, *was* still bitter, a whole damn decade, over Ralph Lauren yanking Romance for Men from production. I was left completely wrecked over never getting the olfactory high from smelling its intoxicating scent on a man ever again. Because, I swear...the things it makes me wanna do to the man wearing it...GUH. No other supposed dupe has come close to actually replicating RFM. And nobody else who does succeed in making incredibly accurate dupes, seems to recall it ever existed or hasn't deemed it worthy of replication. The world is a better place now that His Affair is here & available. I am not prepared to go thru the devastation of losing this cologne twice in one lifetime. So I hope this is a permanent fix in the DUA shop...keep it forever, please & thank you! 🙏🏻🩶
Castle5/5
My boyfriend really liked the fragrance. He liked the cologne Romance by Calvin Klein and from what he remembers it smells pretty similar. The packaging of the cologne was great. Arrived quickly.
Mikaela M.5/5Verified
Smell is dead on, fragrance last long time.
Shockcor J.5/5Verified
So good I had to review it twice, yessai!
So now that I’ve had this macerated for three months it smells even more amazing and the dna is about as close as you could ask. The one thing different I noticed is the celery note doesn’t come through as much as the OG that added that crispness. That aside, the one thing your going to notice is this needs to be smelt at a good arm’s length to really appreciate it. It’s an extrait and certain scents I’ve purchased here that are woody floral types don’t come through when smelling it too close. If you’re like me and have fond memories of the OG then you need to get this spray it a few times once you get it and let it sit for at least three weeks before you can truly appreciate it. Damn you Dua this is the one that got me started on my Dua journey. I’ve wnet down the rabbit hole and may never get out. I’m up to 27 fragrances and see no end in sight. Love all my Dua’s
The Dallas Cowboys will win the SuperBowl DC4L!!
Dc4l5/5
It’s been 20+ years!
Been waiting for someone to do RL Romance right. You’re going to need to let it macerate for a few weeks but it’ll be worth it. Initial spray didn’t smell like it hardly but once it dried down unbelievable how accurate it was. I’ve had fresh batches of cologne that needed to sit first and this is no difference. Words can’t describe how happy I am to have my signature scent back. I’m a Dua fan for life now and next purchase will be their version of Givenchy Play Intense. Cowboys will win the SuperBowl, lol
Dc4l5/5
This smells almost exactly like the original Romance. My wife loves it! I am on my 2nd bottle. Great price for an excellent product. This scent projects and lasts all day!
Demetrios H.5/5Verified
Now, one of the best designer-niche fragrances ever made. Made by the Maestro.
Now this is a real designer-niche, in my book. No it didn't cost $300.00. And no it doesn't smell like a barnyard,etc. And it is from a designer. But it is different in a wonderful way. The pine tree scent is wonderfully done. And I live in North Carolina, the Tar Heel state, and I have smelt more tar than I care to remember. But this pine is so wonderful. It is beautifully breathtaking with the ginseng, celery, pistachio leaf and such smooth orange and mandarin smells. Tie this in with the rose, lavender, patchouli, and lily notes and it a magnificent smell. I have smelt so many so called niche that when using the same notes, smell horrible. But this one is a masterfully blended powerhouse. Now this is niche at its finest. To me a true niche is a different and wonderfully blended exotic smelling perfume that nothing else resembles. A man's scent that is so complicated and in extrait, the blend of these exotic ingredients is incredible. Yes I know Ralph Lauren is not expected to produce such a fragrance, and in all honesty he didn't. This is what we would have got in 1999 if he had used extraits with the right perfumer.
You have to let this one sit for a least 3 months to really smell the extrait in its best form. But by God, when you do, it will tug at your soul. I was disappointed when I first smelled it. It smelt like the original. But I have faith in the Maestro. This is one fine perfume.
Please Maestro, now Silver Romance? I beg of thee.
Wildthing5/5
Let’s Romance
It is what I wore back in the day when I was a lil knuckle head heading to the mall with boys back in the day meeting women it puts me back in those days very nice fragrance backup worthy sent last all day I will be buying a backup ...it’s spot on
Rob5/5
Dua Must Resurrect little known but Magical Raulph Lauren CHAPS
In my book this lesser known fragrance from 70-80s is a benchmark in Masculine fragrances i stil have a dark bottle with silver bison cap and 30% juice as souvenir for past 30-40 years - I believe Mahsam is the only person who can recreate this magic - chap has a jaw dropping opening but the pity was it was not long lasting on my skin now this area is expertise of Dua therefore i imagine a Chaps with Extraordinary masculine leathery profile with improved longevity hope Team Dua fulfills this dream Thanks
Abrosina5/5
Amazing!!!
Exactly how i remember it yall hit spot on one spray and brought back so many memories...gonna order another or 2 so amazing
Xgarza5/5
Romance to a T
All of the memories that I have of Romance come flooding back with each spray. Eminently sexy and amazing.
Devan L.5/5
CLEAN SEXY AND SEDUCTIVE!
What can I say about this beauty i remember the girl I was dating and I use to wear this on date nights oh boy oh boy thank God us humans have a brain and memories to live on. Let's just say we pulled all nighter's the one that got away. When I saw this I knew I just had to get it and it's exactly 💯 how I remember it DUA oh the voodoo that you re- create your killing me. Just amazingly a gorgeous scent. Don't sleep on this frag heads!!!
Carlito N.5/5
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