The Lacoste Men's Original L.12.12 Polo Shirt (Port • SKB) is a specific variation of Lacoste's signature polo, featuring a rich, dark earth tone.
Breakdown of the Name:
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Original L.12.12: The classic, iconic polo 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 sample number.
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Port: This is Lacoste's official color name for this variant, representing a deep, rich dark brown or burgundy-brown shade reminiscent of aged port wine.
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SKB: This is Lacoste's internal manufacturing and inventory color code used to precisely track this exact "Port" 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 sleeve bands, side splits, and the signature embroidered green crocodile logo on the chest.