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Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Eau Fraîche
Richard IbanezThe nose · 12 fragrances · also made Ibiza Hippie (2003)Portrait →

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Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Eau Fraîche

The precise moment when you step out of the shower, enveloped in the crisp freshness of clean water and citrus, where the air is invigorating yet soothing.

3.83250 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprintAll 7 accords ↓
citrusfreshgreenaquaticwoodymusky
Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Eau FraîcheMid-range · $40–100
46%Similar accords, often for lessPipeline · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · shares lemon, patchouli and musk8 matches →

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityModerate11% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak11%
Weak25%
Moderate53%
Long lasting9%
Eternal2%
SillageModerate18% say strong or enormous
Intimate30%
Moderate52%
Strong11%
Enormous7%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Notes Pyramid

BaseFoundation

Main Accords

When to Wear

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Who Wears It

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Masculine82%
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Unisex17%
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Feminine1%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Eau Fraîche, launched in 2018 and crafted by perfumer Richard Ibanez, is a fresh and aromatic aquatic fragrance that channels the brand's French heritage and crisp elegance. The composition opens with lemon and limoncello, bringing a bright and refreshing citrus note, followed by water notes and green accords that evoke a sense of cool freshness. As it develops, woody and patchouli elements add depth, while musk provides a subtle warmth, creating a well-rounded scent that is both modern and lasting.

How to wear it

Apply this fragrance liberally to your pulse points for a long-lasting effect. The citrus notes are prominent initially but fade into a warm woody base over time. It's best worn during cooler parts of the day when the fresh aquatic elements shine through without becoming overpowering.

Fig. 01 — Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Eau Fraîche, Lacoste Fragrances

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03 · The nose

Richard Ibanez

A career built entirely at Robertet

Richard Ibanez has spent his entire career at Robertet, the French fragrance house specializing in natural ingredients, an influence that runs through his compositions.

12fragrances
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Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Eau FraîcheThe originalEau de Lacoste L.12.12 Eau FraîcheLacoste Fragrances · Mid-range · $40–100
46%MatchZara · 2018PipelineShares Lemon, Patchouli and Muskunder $40★ 4.11 (28)
Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Eau FraîcheEau de Sport
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With Lacoste Fragrances Eau de Sport

Adds aromatic, fresh spicy and warm spicy; shares lemon and cedar and 2 more notes.

Suggested from accords and notes · not yet tried by wearers

06 · The Room

What people
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3.83/ 5 · 250 ratings

Respected, if divisive: loved by 22%, disliked or hated by 12%.

Love22%
Like52%
OK14%
Dislike11%
Hate1%
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