Lacoste Essential Sport
“Lacoste Essential Sport by Lacoste Fragrances is a fragrance for men”
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Well loved by wearers — a citrus, sponsored composition with a fresh spicy undertone. Voted best for spring and summer wear, leaning masculine.
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Launched in 2009 by Lacoste Fragrances, Lacoste Essential Sport was crafted by perfumer Gilles Romey to embody the spirit of modern athleticism and effortless style. The composition opens with a vibrant citrus-aromatic accord featuring grapefruit and bergamot, which is immediately countered by fresh spices like ginger and nutmeg. This dynamic interplay gives way to aquatic notes that evoke a sense of coolness and freshness, while a woody base of vetiver and patchouli grounds the fragrance, ensuring it remains balanced and engaging throughout the day.
Composition & Character
How It Wears
Application Tips
Start with two sprays to capture both the vibrant citrus-aromatic opening and the grounding woody base. This fragrance works best during cooler weather when its freshness can be fully appreciated without overpowering other scents.
Gilles Romey
Founding perfumer · 3 fragrances
Gilles Romey is a writer, journalist, and professionally trained perfumer who runs the fragrance website Bois de Jasmin. He collaborated on Hermès fragrances including Rocabar (1998, with Jean-Claude Ellena and Bernard Bourgeois) and 24 Faubourg Eau Délicate (2003, with Jean-Claude Ellena).
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The story behind the bottle.
The moment you step out for a brisk walk or workout — where crisp grapefruit and bergamot invigorate your senses, while warm spices and woody notes provide a subtle anchor.
Fig. 01 — Lacoste Essential Sport, Lacoste Fragrances
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