Eau de Lacoste Noir: When the sportsman dresses in nocturnal depths... After offering zen, sporty, aquatic or more recently spicy facets, the L.12.12 collection by Lacoste was enriched in 2013 with Eau de Lacoste Noir, a powerful, mysterious and nocturnal woody fragrance, a true secret companion for summer evenings.
Released in 2013, the Eau de Toilette Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Noir draws inspiration from a beautiful summer night. The house with the famous crocodile has managed to preserve its sporty spirit here, while surrounding it with great sensuality. Indeed, created by Pierre Wargnye, the composition of Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Noir is built on a highly masculine fougère accord, revisited in a modern way. Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Noir is also the fragrance that symbolizes Lacoste’s 80th anniversary. Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Noir now joins the L.12.12 collection.
Pierre Wargnye at the heart of the intensity of Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Noir
It is therefore perfumer Pierre Wargnye whom the house of Lacoste chose to create the composition symbolizing the brand’s 80th anniversary. Pierre Wargnye is a talented perfumer, but a very discreet one who does not like to draw attention to himself. For more than 20 years, Pierre Wargnye has worked for IFF (International Flavors & Fragrances). He became very well known after composing Drakkar Noir for Guy Laroche in 1982. Thanks to his unique expertise, Pierre Wargnye has collaborated with numerous brands. He is responsible for major olfactory successes such as Only The Brave by Diesel, L’Homme YSL and Lanvin L’Homme Sport.
Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Noir, an ultra-contemporary fougère accord
Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Noir opens with an unprecedented yet ultra-fresh pairing, namely watermelon and basil, giving an immediate burst of vibrancy. Native to Central Africa, watermelon is a plant of the cucurbit family. It contains up to 92% water, earning it the nickname watermelon (literally “water melon”). Watermelon was introduced to Europe via Spain. After the abolition of slavery, watermelon was grown mainly by Black farmers. As a result, it became a symbol of emancipation and freedom for this community. In perfumery, watermelon is reproduced synthetically in the laboratory. It releases fresh, sweet, fruity and aquatic tonalities. Then, the heart of Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Noir takes on aromatic notes through the presence of lavender and verbena. Called “Herb of Venus” by the Romans, verbena was at that time regarded as a plant endowed with magical powers. Indeed, verbena was believed to ward off evil spirits. Associated with witchcraft in the 18th century, verbena was then called “witches’ herb.” Verbena has many medicinal virtues and is mainly used in herbal tea. In perfumery, verbena offers aromatic, green, minty or anisic scents. Finally, the base of Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Noir lies between sensuality and gourmand character, combining cashmere wood, patchouli, coumarin and chocolate to leave a most addictive sillage.