Lacoste Relaunched Its 'Life Is a Beautiful' Sport Campaign
Adam Harrie — April 30, 2026 — Marketing
References: lacoste
Lacoste relaunched a global brand campaign centered on the return of its 'Life is a Beautiful Sport' brand philosophy. The campaign’s main feature is a cinematic film directed by Fredrik Bond. The spot follows a young woman running through Paris, set to Paris Latino, revealing at the close that she is a ball girl facing House Ambassador Novak Djokovic on Court Philippe-Chatrier at Roland-Garros.
A photo campaign was also shot by Angelo Pennetta, pairing Lacoste’s pieces with athletic movement in natural everyday settings. The campaign spans media channels including film, digital, print and social, beginning on April 27. It features an extended activation at Roland-Garros, a tournament the brand has partnered with for 55 years.
This Lacoste campaign demonstrates how reviving a long-standing brand philosophy across multiple channels can connect with new consumers.
Image Credit: Lacoste
A photo campaign was also shot by Angelo Pennetta, pairing Lacoste’s pieces with athletic movement in natural everyday settings. The campaign spans media channels including film, digital, print and social, beginning on April 27. It features an extended activation at Roland-Garros, a tournament the brand has partnered with for 55 years.
This Lacoste campaign demonstrates how reviving a long-standing brand philosophy across multiple channels can connect with new consumers.
Image Credit: Lacoste
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