Lacoste Eau de Parfum vs Rose Magnitude Eau de Parfum

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Lacoste EDP

This early 00s classic, now sadly discontinued in its original form, is a comforting, clean, and effortlessly elegant everyday scent. Despite its often-cited lack of longevity, its unique powdery floral and spicy suede profile continues to win hearts.

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Our Verdict - Rose Magnitude EDP

This one is a proper divisive beast. Rose Magnitude aims for a dramatic, woody rose, but many find it leans too far into unpleasant territory like leather, floor cleaner, or even barnyard oud. Definitely not a safe blind buy, as it morphs wildly depending on your skin chemistry.

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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Lacoste EDP

Rose Magnitude EDP

Notes

Only in Lacoste

Freesia 38% Pepper 38% Apple 24%

Only in Rose Magnitude

Geranium 27% Raspberry 27% Cumin 25% Ginger 21%

Shared Notes

Violet 23% vs 37%

Rose 16% vs 39%

Only in Lacoste

Heliotrope 23% Jasmine 19% Hibiscus 17%

Only in Rose Magnitude

Orris Butter 23%

Shared Notes

Sandalwood 22% vs 20%

Only in Lacoste

Suede 29% Cedar 17% Incense 17% Labdanum 15%

Only in Rose Magnitude

Amyris 20% Tonka Bean 18% Papyrus 18% Barley 12% Vanilla 11%

Accords

Lacoste Rose Magnitude

100%

Floral

47%

78%

Woody

100%

96%

Powdery

62%

77%

Fresh Spicy

60%

Rose

71%

Aromatic

67%

63%

Warm Spicy

49%

61%

Leather

57%

Musky

54%

Violet Floral

56%

51%

Amber

Sweet

49%

Balsamic

48%

47%

Vanilla

Floral shared

100%

47%

Woody shared

78%

100%

Powdery shared

96%

62%

Fresh Spicy shared

77%

60%

Rose

71%

Aromatic

67%

Warm Spicy shared

63%

49%

Leather

61%

Musky

57%

Violet Floral shared

54%

56%

Amber

51%

Sweet

49%

Balsamic

48%

Vanilla

47%

Performance

Lacoste Rose Magnitude

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Lacoste

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

Also Works:

Autumn

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Sport

Also Works:

Date

Its clean, inoffensive, and subtle character makes it perfect for the office or casual wear. While appreciated for dates, its skin-scent nature means it won't project across a formal event. Many reviews highlight its 'sporty' and 'gym-scent' qualities, making it suitable for active wear.

Rose Magnitude

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Given its strong projection and complex, often heavy profile, this isn't one for the office. It truly shines on a date or for formal events where its unique character can make a statement, performing well enough to last throughout the evening.