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New fragrance: Van Cleef & Arpels Aqua Oriens

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Published on 1st February 2012 05:15 PM

Paris-based Jeweller Van Cleef & Arpels are to launch Aqua Oriens in April, a flanker of Oriens launched in 2010.
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Gucci grows new Flora Garden Collection

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Published on 27th January 2012 11:25 AM

This spring, Gucci are to launch a collection of five scents inspired by the House’s renowned Flora pattern, Gucci Creative ...

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Boucheron to launch Jaïpur Bracelet

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Published on 26th January 2012 04:37 PM

Paris-based jewellers Boucheron is to launch 'Jaïpur Bracelet', a fragrance for women, exclusively at Harrods in March.The scent will be rolled out in other outlets from April.

The name of the perfume is said to come from the 'Nauratan' bracelets given to Rajasthani brides for good luck. 'Jaipur Bracelet' was created by Carlos Benaïm.
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A Lab on Fire present new fragrance: What we do in Paris is secret.

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Published on 26th January 2012 04:17 PM

A Lab on Fire have launched a second fragrance: What we do in Paris is Secret. The fragrance was composed by Dominique Ropion, who is described by A Lab on Fire as "Wild at heart, he is not averse to executing surprising twists. What We Do In Paris Is Secret goes one step further. It unveils what lies under the perfumer’s virtuosic skill - the secret of a perfumer’s soul."
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Diane von Furstenberg rolls out Diane with Sunny Diane to follow.

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Published on 26th January 2012 03:16 PM

Designer Diane von Furstenberg is to roll out the sale of Diane EDT and EDP across the UK from February (previously only available at selected stores). A summer version is to follow.
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Diesel to launch Only The Brave Tattoo

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Published on 24th January 2012 11:40 PM

Diesel are launching a new flanker of 2009's Only The Brave fragrance. The new version is called Only The Brave Tattoo, and is inspired by the idea of "knowing who you are and what you believe in, and having the courage to wear your convictions on your skin forever."

Basenotes is assuming that's not referring to the lasting ability of the new fragrance.
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Chloé to launch purse spray of Love, Chloé

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Published on 11th January 2012 10:44 PM

USA: Chloé are launching a limited edition purse spray version of their 2010 fragrance Love, Chloé.

Love, Chloé, was created by perfumers Louise Turner and Nathalie Gracia-Cetto. The scent contains notes of Orange blossom, Pink pepper, Iris absolute, Lilac, Hyacinth, Wisteria blossom, Heliotrope, Powdery musks, Talc and Rice powder
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Czech & Speake launch Vetiver Vert

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Published on 12th December 2011 12:00 PM

British perfumery, Czech & Speake, have launched a new men's fragrance: Vetiver Vert. The scent features top notes of bergamot ...

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Six Scents and The Standard Spa Collaborate on New Fragrances

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Published on 8th December 2011 03:20 PM

In celebration of Art Basel Miami Beach 2011, Six Scents and flavour and fragrance house, Symrise, have created two fragrances inspired by The Standard Spa Miami Beach’s gardens. The creators have also commissioned two installations to coincide with the launches entitled ‘Verde’ and ‘Incense into the Sea’.
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Bond No. 9 New York Amber Launch and Public Appearance by Laurice Rahmé

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Published on 8th December 2011 01:48 PM

"Authors sign their books…perfumers sign their bottles" say Bond No. 9

"It is with great pleasure and excitement that we announce the public appearance of Bond No. 9’s President and Founder, Laurice Rahmé, at Saks Fifth Avenue New York."
Ms. Rahmé will be on hand to sign your favorite Bond bottle."
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Katy Perry launches second scent, Meow!

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Published on 2nd December 2011 11:30 AM

Singer Katy Perry has launched her second fragrance: “Meow! by Katy Perry,” in partnership with Gigantic Parfums. Ms Perry ...

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Nicole 'Snooki' Polizzi Launches Snooki

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Published on 2nd December 2011 10:25 AM

Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi, the star of MTV's 'Jersey Shore' has launched her new fragrance 'Snooki by Nicole Polizzi.'

According to the company's information, the star was " involved at every stage of the creation process, Snooki incorporated her signature style in everything from the bold animal print patterns and spike details on the bottle to the fragrant mixture of her scent."
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New! Lorenzo Villoresi Fragrance Theseus

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Published on 2nd December 2011 10:00 AM

Florence-based perfumer Lorenzo Villoresi has released a new fragrance named Theseus - students of Greek mythology will ...

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Jo Malone Releases new line: ‘Jo Loves’

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Published on 1st December 2011 11:04 AM

Jo Malone has released her new fragrance line in London under the title of ‘Jo Loves’. This is her first collection since she sold her company ‘Jo Malone’ to Estee Lauder in 1999 (she left the company in 2006).

The four new fragrances are Gardenia, described as ‘rich and regal’, Orange Tulle, said to be ‘fun and flirty’and Green Orange and ‘soulful and sassy’ Coriander and Pomelo, ‘clean and crisp’.
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Two New Fragrance Releases from Mandy Aftel

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Published on 21st November 2011 11:10 AM

California-based writer and natural perfumer, Mandy Aftel, has launched two new fragrances - one contains real animal extracts. The second, a solid perfume, is inspired by a vampire!
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NEW! Aroma M Geisha Amber Rouge

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Published on 21st November 2011 11:00 AM

For those who have enjoyed Geisha Rouge, now comes the flanker Geisha Amber Rouge from perfumer Maria McElroy. Aroma M describe ...

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Bond No.9 Puts Andy Warhol Back In The Spotlight

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Published on 18th November 2011 11:47 AM

The artist who needs no introduction is celebrated in the latest Bond No. 9 fragrance.
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Cloon Keen Atelier release Bataille de Fleurs and Castaña Fragrances

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Published on 17th November 2011 11:45 AM

The Galway-based Irish perfume house, Cloon Keen Atelier, has announced the introduction of their first artisan ...

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Loewe launch La Colección, exclusively at Harrods

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Published on 4th November 2011 09:11 AM

Spanish company, Loewe, were in London yesterday to promote their new collection of fragrances to the press. La Colección by Loewe is "an exquisite collection of four fragrances created to reflect the elegant luxury of the house of Loewe.". The new range is exclusive to Harrods for six months.
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