Green AppleOpens with
Pine TreeHeart
PatchouliDries down to
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Lacoste Fragrances · Sold as masculine
Red
A brisk hike through a pine forest on a crisp autumn day — where the sharp scent of pine needles mixes with earthy undertones, creating an invigorating and refreshing atmosphere.
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RedMid-range · $40–100
50%Similar accords, often for lessWhite Warm · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · shares patchouli and vetiver8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Red by Lacoste Fragrances, launched in 2004 and crafted by perfumer Annick Ménardo, is an aromatic fougère that captures the essence of modern masculinity. The fragrance opens with a burst of green apple, which introduces a crisp, refreshing quality reminiscent of fresh-cut fruit. This bright top note gives way to pine tree, adding a natural, woody freshness that feels both invigorating and grounded. The base notes of patchouli and vetiver provide depth and earthiness, creating an overall composition that is at once vibrant and sophisticated.
One or two sprays are sufficient to capture the essence of Red. The green apple top note is bright but fleeting, so it's best applied in the morning when you want a fresh start. The patchouli and vetiver base notes will last through the day, making this fragrance ideal for daytime wear.
Fig. 01 — Red, Lacoste Fragrances
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Annick Ménardo
Three decades at FirmenichAnnick Ménardo is a French perfumer who has worked for the fragrance house Firmenich since 1991, building a long career within one of the industry's major laboratories.
Designer Lacoste Fragrances
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The originalRedLacoste Fragrances · Mid-range · $40–100Zara · 2022White WarmShares Patchouli and Vetiverunder $40★ 4.10 (21)49%Match
ZaraZara Sport 615Shares Patchouli and Vetiverunder $40★ 3.75 (8)
With Lacoste Fragrances Eau de Sport
Adds fresh spicy, citrus and powdery; shares patchouli.
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What people
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 31%, disliked or hated by 12%.