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LacosteDiscontinued

Essential for Men (EDT)

2005

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Versions Timeline

2005

Essential for Men (Original Release)

Price Range
$30 – $45

Estimated price range, including all bottle sizes

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Perfumers

Laurent Bruyere

"Essential for Men is a fresh woody-aromatic fragrance launched by Lacoste in 2005. Its identity centers on a distinctive green opening that combines tomato leaf with bright citrus and aromatic spice. Rose and pepper form a lightly floral, peppery heart without making the composition feel overly formal. Sandalwood and patchouli provide a smooth, earthy woody base. The overall effect is clean, energetic, casual, and easy to wear during the daytime. Its fresh character and unusual tomato-leaf accent give it more personality than a simple citrus cologne."

Ideal Environment

Best Seasons

Spring
Summer

Ideal Weather

Sunny
Mild
Hot

Moods

Fresh
Energetic
Confident
Relaxed
Youthful

Occasions

Daily Use
Casual
Work
Outdoor Activity
Travel

Fun Facts

The fragrance is notable for using tomato leaf as a prominent opening note.

Essential for Men was created by perfumer Laurent Bruyère and launched in 2005.

AI Generated

Aromatic Profile

0m/6h
Top Notes
1x
GreenCitrusSpicyFloralWoodyEarthy

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

0–54m

bergamot
cassia
tomato leaf
tangerine
Middle Notes

54m–2h 42m

rose
pepper
Base Notes

2h 42m–6h

sandalwood
patchouli

Performance

Longevity
60%

Moderate (4-6h)

Sillage
40%

Moderate

Reviews Summary

“Essential for Men is generally regarded as a fresh, energetic green-woody fragrance with a distinctive tomato-leaf opening. It is often described as clean, lightly spicy, versatile, and particularly suitable for daytime wear in spring and summer. Its performance is generally perceived as moderate rather than powerhouse-like, making it an easygoing everyday choice.”

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