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Lacoste Eau de Parfum bottle Lacoste EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
F Gender F
2003 Year 2022
££ Price Tier £
Coastal Pour Femme Eau de Parfum bottle Coastal Pour Femme EDP
Our Verdict

While both share a powdery, floral, and musky DNA, Lacoste offers a unique spicy suede note, while Coastal Pour Femme leans into a fresher, cleaner musk. Lacoste, despite its discontinuation, retains a vintage charm, while Coastal Pour Femme offers a modern, budget-friendly alternative. Longevity is a common weakness, making Coastal Pour Femme the winner in performance. If you crave a classic with a spicy undertone, hunt down Lacoste. But if you want an affordable, long-lasting, clean musk, Coastal Pour Femme is your best bet.

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Which Should You Buy?

Choose Lacoste if...
  • You appreciate the spicy suede note.
  • You want a classic fragrance.
  • You enjoy vintage perfumes.
  • You prefer a more complex scent profile.
Choose Coastal Pour Femme if...
  • You want a fragrance that lasts longer.
  • You're on a budget.
  • You love clean, fresh scents.
  • You prefer a modern interpretation.
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 - Coastal Pour Femme EDP
Coastal Pour Femme is a solid contender for the 'clean girl' aesthetic, a subtle and fresh skin scent that's a crowd-pleaser for those who adore gentle floral musks, particularly Lacoste Pour Femme. While not a beast in projection, its surprising longevity and accessible price make it a strong everyday staple.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Lacoste EDP
Coastal Pour Femme EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Freesia 37% vs 49%
Only in Coastal Pour Femme
Allspice 51%
Shared Notes
Heliotrope 23% vs 23%
Jasmine 19% vs 18%
Hibiscus 16% vs 18%
Rose 16% vs 18%
Only in Lacoste
Violet 24%
Only in Coastal Pour Femme
Ambrette 22%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 22% vs 58%
Cedar 17% vs 41%

Accords

Lacoste Coastal Pour Femme
100%
Floral
100%
96%
Powdery
58%
78%
Woody
54%
77%
Fresh Spicy
68%
61%
Leather
57%
Musky
46%
51%
Amber
47%
Vanilla
45%
Floral shared
100%
100%
Powdery shared
96%
58%
Woody shared
78%
54%
Fresh Spicy shared
77%
68%
61%
Musky shared
57%
46%
51%
Vanilla shared
47%
45%

Performance

Lacoste Coastal Pour Femme
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

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.

Coastal Pour Femme

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its intimate projection and clean, inoffensive profile make it perfect for office or healthcare settings, and ideal for casual, everyday wear. It lacks the sillage and intensity for formal events or turning heads on a date, but its freshness suits active, sporty use.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
77%
Key Similarities

Both lean floral, fresh spicy, powdery

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Lacoste EDP
Coastal Pour Femme EDP
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