The Original L.12.12 is the very first polo shirt invented by René Lacoste in 1933. With its collar, button placket and Petit Piqué, it revolutionised elegant sportswear and freedom of movement. Made using 20 kilometres of thread knitted under two levels of tension and a crocodile logo with 2367 stitches, the Original L.12.12 is a real coming together of know-how and expertise.

• Petit Piqué, the Lacoste signature knit
• Ribbed collar and sleeves
• Classic fit, comfortable cut and sleeves
• Genuine mother of pearl buttons
• Embroidered crocodile sewn on the chest