The Lacoste Men's Original L.12.12 Polo Shirt (Red • 240) is one of Lacoste's core, quintessential heritage pieces, featuring a bold primary red colorway.
Breakdown of the Name:
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Original L.12.12: The legendary polo shirt invented by tennis champion René Lacoste in 1933. The code stands for Lacoste, 1 for the petit piqué fabric, 2 for short sleeves, and 12 for the approved prototype number.
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Red: The official color name, representing a vibrant, classic, and energetic primary red.
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240: Lacoste's universal internal color code used across their manufacturing and inventory system to precisely designate this specific shade of red.
Key Features:
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Material: 100% cotton petit piqué, a breathable, textured honeycomb knit designed for flexibility and comfort.
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Fit: Classic fit, which offers a traditional, comfortable, and slightly 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 armbands, side splits, and the iconic embroidered green crocodile logo on the chest (composed of over 2,300 stitches).