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Maurer and Wirtz sign up Michael Michalsky for fragrance deal

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:01 EST

Stolberg-based fragrance company, Maurer and Wirtz have signed a fragrance deal with German fashion designer, Michael Michalsky. The fragrance is expected to launch in 2010.

Avon to launch Fergie Fragrance

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 02:14:01 EST

Avon have announced a fragrance partnership with Black Eyed Peas singer, Fergie. The singer, real name Stacy Ferguson, told WWD "Avon has really allowed my personality to come through"

Inter Parfums to create fragrance for Jimmy Choo

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 09:44:01 EST

Inter Parfums have announced that it has signed a 12-year worldwide license agreement commencing on January 1, 2010 for the creation, development and distribution of fragrances under the Jimmy Choo brand.

Bond No.9 new launch annouced: Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 09:21:01 EST

Bond No.9 are bucking the economic trend of the moment by bottling money...well almost. Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York is the latest offering from the house that captures New York and has now moved further afield with it's creation of an olfactive personality for exclusive London department store, Harrods.

Art & Fragrance to make Nikki Beach fragrance for 2010

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 00:00:01 EST

Art & Fragrance (who also make scents for Gres, Jaguar and Lalique) have reached an agreement for an exclusive license for the development and worldwide distribution of perfumes and sun protection products with US corporate group Nikki Beach.

Parlux sign Iconic deal to create fragrances for Jay-Z, Rihanna, Kanye West and un-named female star

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 09:41:01 EST

Parlux Fragrances has signed an agreement with Iconic Fragrances, a licensing company in which Shawn “JAY-Z” Carter is a principal. The agreement includes individual worldwide fragrance licenses for multiple Grammy award winning and multi-platinum selling international entertainers Rihanna and Kanye West. Iconic also is in the final stage of negotiations for a worldwide fragrance license with Carter, and in discussions with a well-established female artist.

7 For All Mankind to launch fragrance?

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 10:06:01 EST

Jeans company 7 for All Mankind is considering launching a fragrance. The idea was revelealed by the company's president, Topher Gaylord in an interview with Women's Wear Daily.

Star Trek's olfactory journey

Mon, 09 Mar 2009 10:02:01 EST

Basenotes is trying boldly not to go where Trekkie blogs have gone before, as the pun potential in the office goes into overdrive this week... Oh well, it has proven irresistible thanks to the release of a range of fragrances drawing on the iconic TV series and film franchise, Star Trek.

At least five years worth of Paris Hilton fragrances due as Parlux and Hilton sign new deal

Thu, 05 Mar 2009 10:45:01 EST

Parlux and Paris Hilton have signed a new five year deal. Neil Katz, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Parlux said, “Parlux has recently renewed its fragrance license with Ms. Hilton for an additional 5-year period and we look forward to the continued success of this brand.”

X-Factor Leona's ethical foray into fragrance

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 02:32:01 EST

Sometime British X Factor winner and now chart-topping recording artist Leona Lewis is to launch her own fragrance. The vegetarian animal rights campaigner has apparently striven to ensure that the self-named scent will be 'ethically' produced by German company LR.

Nina Ricci attempts to forbid Twilight's fruit

Mon, 19 Jan 2009 07:09:01 EST

Coty sign up Faith Hill

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 02:16:01 EST

Coty have announced they are adding a new celebrity to their rosta: Faith Hill. Coty also make a fragrance for Hill's husband, Tim McGraw, who they signed up this time last year.

Sex Panther Cologne: 60% of the time, it works every time

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 18:32:01 EST

Fan's of the Will Ferrell movie Anchorman will now be able to get their hands on the until-now-fictional fragrance Sex Panther. The fragrance which features in the movie (alongside colognes such as London Gentleman and Blackbeard's Delight) is now available to buy in real life as a result of a collaboration between Paramount Pictures, Romane Fragrances and Omni Consumer Products.

Revelations Cosmetics sue Prince

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 02:14:01 EST

Revelations Perfume and Cosmetics are suing Prince and Universal Music for failing to help promote the 3121 fragrance which was launched in 2007.

Queen Latifah to launch fragrance

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 09:36:01 EST

Parlux fragrances have announced the signing of a global licensing agreement to launch fragrances for musician and actress, Queen Latifah. The first fragrance is set to launch in the US for autumn 2009, with an International roll-out shortly afterwards.

Arden acquire Claiborne portfolio

Thu, 29 May 2008 04:50:01 EST

Elizabeth Arden and Liz Claiborne announced yesterday that they have entered into an exclusive long-term global licensing agreement for the manufacture, distribution and marketing of the Liz Claiborne fragrance brands including Lucky Brand, Usher, Curve and Juicy Couture.

Bond Girl becomes Avon Lady

Fri, 23 May 2008 17:03:01 EST

Avon has teamed up with the James Bond Franchise to launch a signature fragrance: Bond Girl 007. British actress Gemma Arterton, who plays the role of Agent Fields in the upcoming Bond film, will be the face of the new fragrance.

Thierry Mugler and Swarovski crystalize fragrance deal

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 08:21:01 EST

Clarins owned Thierry Mugler Parfums have signed a fragrance license with Swarovski. The ten-year deal will see a Swarovski fragrance and beauty range come to light in 2010.

Puig to make Shakira fragrance

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 08:15:01 EST

Puig Beauty & Fashion Group have signed a worldwide agreement with singer Shakira to create a signature fragrance and personal care products produced with and inspired by the artist.

Alberta Ferretti to launch fragrance with Arden

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 18:30:01 EST

Elizabeth Arden have announced a global licensing agreement with AEFFE Spa to create Alberta Ferretti fragrances. The first Arden-produced fragrance is expected for spring 2009.