Lacoste Challenge Eau de Toilette is a zesty citrus aromatic built for momentum, kicking off with bright lemon, tangerine, and bergamot before snapping to life with a clean ribbon of ginger, lavender, and violet leaf, then gliding into sleek woods where teak and ebony leave a modern, energetic trail that feels easy to wear yet assertive in its sporty character.
Launch and Perfumer
Launched in 2009. Perfumer not officially disclosed.
Olfactory Notes
Top: Amalfi lemon, Tangerine, Bergamot
Heart: Ginger, Lavender, Violet leaf
Base: Teak wood, Ebony wood
Story and Positioning
Conceived as a crisp jolt of citrus and ginger over polished woods, Challenge frames the Lacoste idea of movement and optimism in an uncomplicated, everyday signature that suits gym bag and office drawer alike. The line expanded with Challenge Re Fresh in 2011, and the launch campaign featured actor Hayden Christensen, reinforcing the athletic style code of the crocodile brand. Fans of lively citrus woods often compare it with fresh woody scents like YSL L Homme Sport and Montblanc Starwalker.
Bottle and Design
A tall clear glass bottle is capped with a black stopper bearing the white crocodile, while the form and grip details echo a tennis racquet handle to nod directly to the brand’s sport heritage. The presentation reads clean and dynamic on the shelf and in hand.
Country of Origin: France
Manufacturer:
Address: 31 Boulevard de Montmorency, France
Country of Manufacture: France
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