The Lacoste Men's Original L.12.12 Polo Shirt (Buffalo • 3LA) is a specific variant of Lacoste's signature polo featuring an earthy, deep brown colorway.
Breakdown of the Name:
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Original L.12.12: The legendary design created 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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Buffalo: This is Lacoste's official color name for this variant, which translates to a rich, dark, organic brown shade.
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3LA: This is Lacoste's internal manufacturing and inventory color code (frequently referenced alongside style codes like PH4012) used to track this specific "Buffalo Brown" shade across their global supply chain.
Key Features:
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Material: 100% cotton petit piqué, offering a breathable, durable, and textured honeycomb weave.
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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 armbands, side splits, and the signature embroidered green crocodile logo on the chest.