At the end of their sports career, top-level athletes are systematically forced to think about a career change. This was already the case for René Lacoste, in the 1920s. Ingenious and bold, he then gave birth to one of the greatest fashion brands on the planet, by modernizing the tennis player's T-shirt. This is how the very first Lacoste polo shirt appeared, in 1927. Since 2011, it has also inspired the creation of a fragrance collection. This is how Lacoste presents its feminine essence L.12.12 Rose Eau Intense, released in 2023.
At the end of his professional career as a tennis player, René Lacoste decided to reinvent himself and give birth to a clothing brand, initially intended for athletes. This is how the very first Lacoste polo shirt appeared, in 1927. Today, it remains one of the most popular garments on the planet. Since 2011, the house of Lacoste has paid tribute to it in a fragrance line named L.12.12. Lacoste L.12.12 Rose Eau Intense, for its part, made its appearance in 2023. Here is a breakdown of its composition.
Lacoste L.12.12 Rose Eau Intense, a fresh yet contrasted fragrance
Lacoste L.12.12 Rose Eau Intense is intended for a woman with character who lacks nothing in dynamism. This is clearly felt in its composition. Caroline Dumur and Fanny Bal chose to create a very fresh fragrance, in a spirit that remains sporty. However, it also does not lack temperament or longevity. Its unique character rests on a floral and woody pairing. Lacoste L.12.12 Rose Eau Intense is a contrasted fragrance, at times warm and spicy, at others cooler and brighter.
The vivid, spicy opening of Lacoste L.12.12 Rose Eau Intense
This fragrance's spirited character emerges right from its top notes. Indeed, to reveal its full freshness, it relies on citrus. Here, more precisely, it is mandarin. This citrus element immediately unfolds a tangy, zesty touch. This fruit is also brightened with a hint of white tea. Nevertheless, pepper comes to counterbalance this freshness. Here it gives off a warmer, more fiery breath, while tickling Lacoste L.12.12 Rose Eau Intense with its spicy aspect.
The floral heart of Lacoste L.12.12 Rose Eau Intense
In its heart, however, Lacoste L.12.12 Rose Eau Intense softens considerably. It showcases the star of women's perfumery: rose. Queen of scents, it seduces with its nuances. At times honeyed, fruity, floral or sweet, it is accompanied by a soft cotton flower. For added refinement, Lacoste L.12.12 Rose Eau Intense also contains one of the most refined raw materials in the entire perfumer's palette: iris. Its petals give this juice a more powdery, very elegant aspect.
The enveloping, woody base notes of Lacoste L.12.12 Rose Eau Intense
Finally, Lacoste L.12.12 Rose Eau Intense gradually gains longevity in its sillage. In its final breath, this fragrance darkens. It notably contains cedar, with its woody, earthy dryness. This is also a very good fixative. Sandalwood, for its part, reinforces the milky, enveloping side of this creation. Finally, Lacoste L.12.12 Rose Eau Intense offers a slightly more sensual, animalic touch. It ends with a musky note.
Lacoste L.12.12 Rose Eau Intense is a fragrance that wonderfully combines elegance, confidence and dynamism. It seems to hold within it all of René Lacoste's bold spirit. Thus, it reveals femininity with refinement and ease, lightness and longevity.