Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Yellow (Jaune)
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Respected, if divisive — a aromatic, citrus composition with a woody undertone. Voted best for spring and summer wear, leaning masculine.
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Launched in 2015 by Lacoste Fragrances, Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Yellow (Jaune) is a vibrant aromatic fruity scent for men crafted by perfumer Sonia Constant. The composition opens with tonic water and grapefruit, bringing a refreshing and invigorating start that captures the essence of crisp morning air. This bright opening gives way to pink pepper and red apple, adding a soft spicy and fruity dimension. Vetiver and cypress in the base notes provide earthy warmth, grounding the fragrance with its woody undertones.
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Application Tips
Apply this fragrance in light layers for optimal effect. The tonic water and grapefruit notes are particularly fresh and can feel overwhelming if over-applied. The vetiver base develops slowly, so it's best to let it settle into your skin gradually throughout the day.
Sonia Constant
Founding perfumer · 94 fragrances · French
Sonia Constant is a French perfumer and entrepreneur. She is a senior perfumer at Givaudan and the co-founder of the fragrance brand Ella K, launched in 2017. She has created or co-created fragrances for brands including Tom Ford, Narciso Rodriguez, Jean Paul Gaultier, Mugler, Lancôme and Jimmy Choo.
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The story behind the bottle.
The crisp clarity of a city park early on a fall day, where the air is tinged with the freshness of tonic water and the bright zest of grapefruit.
Fig. 01 — Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Yellow (Jaune), Lacoste Fragrances
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