The Lacoste Men's Original L.12.12 Polo Shirt (Iberis • AFS) is another variation of Lacoste's signature polo, featuring a unique seasonal colorway.
Breakdown of the Name:
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Original L.12.12: The flagship, iconic polo designed by tennis legend René Lacoste in 1933. The letters and numbers stand for Lacoste, 1 for the petit piqué fabric, 2 for short sleeves, and 12 for the approved prototype number.
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Iberis: This is Lacoste's official color name for this specific hue. (In botanicals, Iberis refers to candyflower/candytuft plants, which often feature soft purple, lilac, or muted earthy tones depending on the seasonal dye lot, though Lacoste catalogs this specific AFS code under their brown/earthy spectrum).
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AFS: This is Lacoste's internal manufacturing and inventory color code used to precisely track this exact shade across their global supply chain.
Key Features:
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Material: 100% cotton petit piqué, offering a breathable, textured honeycomb weave that provides both flexibility and durability.
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Fit: Classic fit, designed with a comfortable, traditional, and roomy cut through the torso and sleeves.
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Design Details: A two-button placket featuring genuine mother-of-pearl buttons, a ribbed collar and sleeve bands, side splits, and the signature embroidered green crocodile logo on the chest.