Original implies a return to essentials, and Lacoste Original Cologne opens accordingly, cardamom, ginger and bergamot sparking a warm, spiced citrus top. Incense, lavender and violet settle the heart into something resinous and softly floral. Patchouli, tonka bean and amber close the foundation warm, sweet and deeply oriental. Violet appearing alongside incense in the heart is the detail worth noting, a powdery softness cutting through what could otherwise read as purely smoky. Lacoste Original Cologne is a spicy oriental Parfum, suited to evening wear and special occasions. Lacoste built lasting warmth into a name meant to feel foundational.