L.12.12 Silver Grey

Revisited fougère-woody olfactory signature

Full pyramid & key accords

Top notes – Cold-pressed Italian mandarin and purified olibanum incense open on a breath of smoky citrus that electrifies the senses.
Heart notes – Fine Provence lavender, distilled under low pressure, blends with a bourbon geranium with rose-mint facets for a vibrant aromatic surge.
Base notes – Bioconverted Ambrox™ and LMR Haiti vetiver create a woody-amber sillage with longevity exceeding 8 hours, supported by a touch of cedar for verticality.

Warm-cold sport-chic contrast

The citrus/incense blend cools the lavender before Ambrox brings amber warmth: a play of temperatures that reflects the polo-on-court DNA dear to Lacoste.

Raw materials & traceability

Calabria mandarin & Ethiopia incense

The Italian mandarin, pressed within 24 hours of harvest, delivers an oil with sparkling, slightly sweet nuances that energize the opening. Ethiopia incense, obtained by hydro-distillation of Boswellia resin, adds a smoky mineral facet while offering natural fixative properties.

Responsible fine lavender & bourbon geranium

The fine lavender grown in Provence follows regenerative farming practices to preserve the biodiversity of the Valensole plateau, limiting nitrogen fertilizers. Bourbon geranium (Pelargonium graveolens) from Madagascar is steam-distilled in stainless steel stills, yielding the sought-after rose-mint tonality.

Bio-sourced Ambrox™ & certified Haiti vetiver

Ambrox™ comes from a bioconversion of cane sugar: a Givaudan process that reduces the carbon footprint by 90% compared with conventional synthesis. LMR Haiti vetiver comes from the Vetiver Together program, which supports 2,000 families and guarantees a floor price that doubles local income.

Technical construction by Bruno Jovanovic

Controlled incense overdose

The perfumer doses incense at 2.5% of the concentrate — an atypical level for a fougère — to achieve a modern smoky trait without masking the aromatic freshness.

Aromatic balance & diffusion

A 60/40 ratio between lavender and geranium balances the floral camphoraceous nuance, while a link-chain of clean musks accentuates diffusion in a light halo.

High-longevity woody fixation

The combination of Ambrox 1.8% + vetiver 1.2% creates a hydrophobic base that adheres to keratin, extending projection beyond the workday.

Eco-formulation & sustainability

Biodegradable materials & IFRA scores

92% of the molecules are classified as Readily Biodegradable (OECD 301); no material exceeds IFRA Cat. 4 limits, ensuring safety and global compliance.

Reduced carbon footprint

By replacing natural ambergris with bio-sourced Ambrox™, Lacoste eliminates 1.5 kg CO₂ eq per 100 ml bottle, while the glass contains 20% recycled cullet.

Fair supply chain

The Vetiver Together program funds resilient seeds, irrigation wells and ecological training sessions for Haitian growers.

Application tips & creative layering

Ideal for all four seasons

Apply 3 sprays: the hollow of the neck, chest, inside of the wrists. On warm summer skin, the mandarin brightens; in winter, the incense and ambrox dominate.

Elegant woody layering

Layer Silver Grey with a leathery fragrance or a cedar oil to accentuate the earthy-woody dimension, or with a citrus Cologne to highlight the mandarin.