Lacoste is a company based in Troyes and specialized in the manufacture of high-end ready-to-wear. It was founded in 1933 by René Lacoste and André Gillier following the retirement of the famous tennis player René Lacoste. The polo shirt made the brand famous. The brand is now a group that distributes clothing, shoes, accessories and perfumes. “Crocodile” became René's nickname during a bet and then the brand's symbol. From 1998 the brand became known worldwide. Since 2008 Lacoste has been commi