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The house of Lacoste gifted the world with Essential Collector's Edition in 2008. A masculine fragrance rooted in the spicy and aromatic families. This fragrance is the personal signature of perfumer Laurent Bruyère. Part of the Essential collection, available as eau de toilette.
The sillage is moderate — present, but never overpowering. It settles in and stays — the longevity is genuinely high. Brand country — France: a place that truly knows its way around a great scent. Essential Collector's Edition Lacoste unfolds gradually, effortlessly, and with great refinement — a perfect choice for day or evening.
The fragrance is highly persistent and lasts on the skin for up to 8–10 hours, gradually revealing its notes and allowing you to enjoy the full bouquet throughout the day
It can be felt in close proximity, but does not attract the attention of those around you
The perfume has a fresh scent that is not too intense, so it does not overwhelm those around you with strong essences
A light and elegant fragrance with harmonious richness—the perfect balance between the depth of eau de parfum and the freshness of cologne
Fragrances for spring and summer unfold with light citrus notes, floral and fruity accords, filling the composition with freshness, airiness, and a feeling of carefree lightness on warm days
The scent of Essential Collector's Edition is built as a cohesive olfactory arc, where accents shift with precision and warmth. The signature of Lacoste is evident in details that define the fragrance identity. No excess details, only what works, and the structure feels complete all the way through. Eau de toilette supports the depth and body this composition needs.
From the first breath you detect invigorating sunny top notes: Bergamot, Black currant leaf and Tangerine. These 3 notes build a burst of citrus freshness that is impossible to miss.
In the middle phase you sense Black Pepper and Rose holding a warm-spicy direction.
The internal accord map is shaped by these accords: Citrus, Floral, Wood and Spicy without random overlap. The profile is masculine, which sharpens how the fragrance is perceived. In wear duration High indicates a stable lasting impression.
At olfactory-group level the composition is built around Citrus, Green, Spicy and Floral. The palette also extends to Wood and Aromatic.
Overall Essential Collector's Edition sounds complete from start to finish — the opening sets direction, the middle layer carries the identity, and the final phase leaves a stable imprint. This is the type of composition best understood through real development.
| Gender | Male |
| Brand | Lacoste |
| Segment | Luxury perfumery |
| Country | France |
| Website | http://www.lacoste.com |
| Year of production | 2008 |
| Status | Limited edition |
| Concentration | Eau de toilette |
| License holder | Coty Inc. |
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