Chances are you’ve spotted Lacoste perfumes before even without necessarily knowing it. Synonymous with sporty elegance and that iconic crocodile emblem, Lacoste has a rich history that extends beyond its renowned polo shirts into the realm of fragrances.
René Lacoste, a visionary in both sport and style, founded the Lacoste brand in the early 20th century. His journey started on the tennis courts, where his tenacity and skill earned him the nickname “the Crocodile”, which resulted in the worldwide-recognisable emblem of the brand nowadays.
Lacoste perfumes launched in the1960s, offering a blend of classic sophistication and contemporary flair. Each scent is designed to evoke a sense of effortless chic, much like the brand’s clothing.
Not sure where to start? We’ve rounded up all of the best Lacoste perfumes.
Touch Of Pink by Lacoste
There’s arguably no scent more classic than Touch Of Pink by Lacoste. A staple in almost everyone’s fragrance wardrobe at one time or another, this citrus-heavy, powdery scent is a classic through the years. Energetic, feminine and joyous, Touch Of Pink blends blood orange, coriander leaf, cardamom, and peach, followed by jasmine and an unusual, albeit subtle, hint of carrot.
Recommended related fragrances: Paloma Picasso by Paloma Picasso Perfume, L’air Du Temps by Nina Ricci, Oscar by Oscar De La Renta
Lacoste Pour Femme by Lacoste
If you’re hoping to seduce someone special tonight, there’s no better scent to spritz than Lacoste Pour Femme by Lacoste. This truly delectable perfume practically oozes sophistication, with floral, powdery, and woody notes combining as one. Allspice and purple freesia blur with heliotrope and jasmine and a warm, rich base of Himalayan cedar.
Recommended related fragrances: Angel by Thierry Mugler, L’eau D’issey (Issey Miyake) by Issey Miyake, Light Blue by Dolce & Gabbana
Lacoste Eau De Lacoste L.12.12 Rose Eau Fraiche by Lacoste
While it may not have the easiest to remember name, Eau De Lacoste L.12.12 Rose Eau Fraiche by Lacoste is one of the top perfumes from the brand and is a fragrance you’ll run to on all kinds of occasions. A newer Lacoste perfume, it blends ozonic notes with black currant and pink pepper. The result? Something that’s feminine with a spicy undercurrent.
Recommended related fragrances: Jimmy Choo Blossom, Rive Gauche Perfume by Yves Saint Laurent, Viva La Juicy
Eau De Lacoste
As you may expect from its “eau” name, Eau De Lacoste by Lacoste is a lighter scent from the brand and wows on early spring mornings. Mostly a citrus scent, it also has dashes of floral and fruity notes, with white pineapple, mandarin, and bergamot shining brightly as the hours pass by. This is a scent that wows the most at the end: its base of sandalwood, peru balsam, vetiver, and vanilla is hard to resist.
Recommended related fragrances: Versace Yellow Diamond by Versace, Jimmy Choo by Jimmy Choo Perfume, Light Blue Love Is Love by Dolce & Gabbana Perfume
Dream Of Pink by Lacoste
Dream Of Pink by Lacoste is a youthful, sporty scent that’s best for women in their early 20s. Floral and fruity with a strong rose hue, this pretty-in-pink perfume is fresh and beautiful, adding a sparkling finish to all kinds of outfits. Its most prominent notes include sweet red berries, ice tea, lotus, rose, sandalwood, and musk.
Recommended related fragrances: Deep Euphoria Perfume by Calvin Klein, Envy Me Perfume by Gucci, Cool Water Perfume by Davidoff
Eau De Lacoste L.12.12 Pour Elle French Panache 
If you’re a fan of woody or patchouli perfumes, you’ll fall in love with Eau De Lacoste L.12.12 Pour Elle French Panache by Lacoste. This rich, sumptuous perfume is ideal for evening occasions when you seriously want to impress. It opens with black current, bergamot and pink pepper but it’s the heart note of Champagne that’ll have you feeling like a million dollars.
Recommended related fragrances: La Vie Est Belle by Lancome, Samsara by Guerlain, Angel by Thierry Mugler
Love Of Pink by Lacoste
Fresh, fruity, sweet, and creamy: a spritz of Love Of Pink by Lacoste feels like breathing in the scent of the most deliciously enticing dessert, in fragrance form. This is a perfume focused around citrus notes, making it a top choice for summer occasions and exotic vacations. Expect a potent opening of blood orange with notes of stephanotis, white cedar, musk, and vanilla.
Recommended related fragrances: Viva La Juicy, Si Lolita by Lolita Lempicka, Diva by Ungaro Perfume
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Georgie Darling is a freelance lifestyle and travel writer from London, England. Her work has been published in ELLE, Yahoo, Red, Grazia, and Tripadvisor, amongst others. When she’s not writing, Georgie spends most of her time travelling to new countries and scuba diving. She’s been an avid fragrance lover since a young age and considers Alaïa by Alaïa Paris to be her signature scent.
