Lacoste 2013 EDT

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Eau de Lacoste L.12.12. Noir

by Dominique Ropion , Claire Liégent

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Lacoste Eau de Lacoste L.12.12. Noir is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2013, created by Dominique Ropion and Claire Liégent. Eau de Lacoste L.12.12. Noir opens with Watermelon, settles into a heart of Lavender, Basil, and Lemon Verbena, and dries down to a base of Dark Chocolate, Patchouli, Cashmeran, and Coumarin. Lacoste's Eau de Lacoste L.12.12. Noir carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's a divisive wildcard. Some love its unique watermelon-chocolate blend, calling it an underrated gem. Others are left scratching their heads, finding it too light, too fleeting, and not 'noir' enough. Expect compliments if anyone can actually smell it.
  • Modern
  • Clean
  • Subtle
  • Warm
  • Fresh
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Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Woody
100%
Aromatic
95%
Ozonic
93%
Aquatic
87%
Fresh Spicy
84%
Warm Spicy
81%

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Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its clean, fresh, and often intimate sillage makes it ideal for everyday casual wear, office settings, and post-gym refresh. The poor longevity reported by many means it's not well-suited for formal events where a lasting impression is key, but the unique scent can work for a close-quarters date.

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L.12.12. Noir opens with a surprisingly refreshing watermelon accord, quickly joined by the herbaceous bite of basil and lemon verbena, with lavender adding a clean, aromatic touch. As it settles, a smooth, deep dark chocolate note emerges, grounded by earthy patchouli and the soft, almond-like sweetness of coumarin, all wrapped in a light cashmere embrace. It's a woody aquatic that constantly shifts, revealing new facets from fruity freshness to warm, gourmand depth.

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