Lacoste 2008 EDT

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Lacoste Essential Collector Edition

by Laurent Bruyère

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Lacoste Lacoste Essential Collector Edition is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2008, created by Laurent Bruyère. Lacoste Essential Collector Edition opens with Cassia, Bergamot, and Tangerine, settles into a heart of Rose and Pepper, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood and Patchouli. Lacoste's Lacoste Essential Collector Edition carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's a divisive throwback. Some call it an essential, fresh summer go-to, evoking youthful nostalgia. Others find it headache-inducing, a 'mature douche' scent, or even accuse it of being a dupe for a much cheaper Adidas offering. Not a safe blind buy, then.
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Lacoste Essential Collector Edition Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Bergamot40%
Tangerine33%
Cassia27%
Heartas listed
Rose54%
Pepper46%
Baseas listed
Patchouli54%
Sandalwood46%

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

Its moderate performance and fresh, light profile make it suitable for office and casual daytime wear, especially in warmer weather. Many users highlight it as perfect for gym or sports, but its lack of strong projection makes it less ideal for formal events.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Lacoste Essential Collector Edition opens with a zesty burst of bergamot and tangerine, brightened by a unique cassia greenness. This fresh, citrus-driven start gracefully transitions into a subtly spiced heart, where a delicate rose note meets a hint of pepper. The dry-down settles into a smooth, earthy blend of sandalwood and patchouli, creating a clean yet grounded finish that maintains its freshness throughout.

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