Lacoste 2012 EDT

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Eau de Lacoste L.12.12. Rouge

by Marypierre Julien

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Lacoste Eau de Lacoste L.12.12. Rouge is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2012, created by Marypierre Julien. Eau de Lacoste L.12.12. Rouge opens with Mandarin, Mango, and Tea, settles into a heart of Pepper, Cardamom, and Ginger, and dries down to a base of Black Locust, Woody Notes, and Benzoin. Lacoste's Eau de Lacoste L.12.12. Rouge carries a Favourite verdict, a spicy-led wear.

This one's a mixed bag, to put it mildly. Some love the fruity, spicy vibe; others find it a generic, synthetic mess that just doesn't last. Don't expect a groundbreaking scent, but for a cheap thrill it might just do the trick.
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  • Energetic
  • Playful
  • Fresh
  • Modern
  • Bold
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Eau de Lacoste L.12.12. Rouge Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

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Topas listed
Mango35%
Tea35%
Mandarin29%
Heartas listed
Cardamom34%
Pepper34%
Ginger33%
Baseas listed
Black Locust35%
Woody Notes35%
Benzoin30%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

Its fresh, fruity, and spicy accords make it suitable for casual wear and sports, as many users attested to using it for the gym or everyday tasks. The moderate sillage and longevity prevent it from being ideal for formal settings or highly professional office environments, though some found it acceptable for daily office use.

About

Opens with a punchy, sweet blend of juicy mango and bright mandarin, uplifted by a brisk tea note. The heart introduces a fiery trio of pepper, ginger, and cardamom, weaving fresh and warm spice into the tropical fruit. The drydown settles into a soft, woody embrace with a touch of balsamic benzoin, grounding the earlier exuberance in a mellow finish.

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