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Heidi Klum sues German trader for selling her fragrances cheaply on internet

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 04:02:01 EST

German supermodel is suing an unnamed German trader for selling her perfumes cheaply on eBay, the Daily Star reports. According to reports Klum, whose fragrances are made by LR Health & Beauty Systems, is "asking judges in Germany to award her compensation because she claims the trader is cheapening her name by selling her brand cut-price on eBay without a licence."

New Eau Fraiche editions of Sean John's Unforgivable.

Tue, 19 May 2009 09:13:01 EST

Estee Lauder will be releasing two new versions of Sean John's Unforgivable. Unforgivable Eau Fraiche has top notes of lemon, bergamot, tangerine, grapefruit, juniper and champagne complimenting heart notes of basil, iris, clary sage and lavender. Base notes of cashmere, cool sea, moss, sandalwood, amber and tonka bean complete the fragrance.

Ignacio Nacho Figueras announced as face of Ralph Lauren Polo triology

Wed, 13 May 2009 17:47:01 EST

Ralph Lauren today announced that professional polo player Ignacio "Nacho" Figueras is the face of The World of Polo - a new advertising campaign to promote some of Ralph Lauren's popular men's fragrances. Appearing in the advertising for Polo Black since 2005, Nacho will now also be the official spokesmodel of Polo Blue and the latest men’s fragrance introduction, Polo Modern Reserve.

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.

Annika Sorenstam launches new scent with a personal appearance at Doral Golf Resort and Spa, Miami

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 00:00:01 EST

Having officially stepped down from competitive golf at the end of 2008, Annika is now embarking upon new challenges. One of those is a planned fragrance launch in may 2009. The launch of 'Annika' marks the first scent released by a professional female golfer.

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.

Fragrant Friends - Jennifer Aniston rumoured to be launching signature scent

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 00:00:01 EST

Friends star Jennifer Aniston has recently been rumoured to be joining the ranks of big Hollywood names such as Sarah Jessica Parker, Jennifer Lopez and Britney Spears by launching her own fragrance.

Will Slumdog Millionaire star Freida Pinto be the new inspiration for Estee Lauder?

Fri, 06 Mar 2009 06:50:01 EST

There is a growing rumour in the industry that glamourous young actress Freida Pinto is to be the latest muse for global giant Estee Lauder. The 24 year old star of Academy Award winner Slumdog Millionaire has been caught up in a whirlwind of success which has seen her sign on for a Woody Allen project, model for Dolce and Gabbana and led to appearances on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and Late Show with David Letterman.

Homage to an icon - Gres launch Greta Garbo fragrance trio

Thu, 05 Mar 2009 16:37:01 EST

Following the launch of its Marlene Dietrich fragrance collection, Parfums Gres is to launch a collection of fragrances that pay homage to Swedish force of nature, Greta Garbo. The driving force behind many thirties fashions and an influential and elusive actress, Garbo was nicknamed The Goddess and the Swedish Sphinx - all of which has informed the choice of moniker for the fragrances in this collection. The trio are named Mythos, Sphinx and Goddess.

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.

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.

Christophe Laudamiel creates scent for Amanda Lepore

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 15:46:01 EST

Christophe Laudamiel has created a fragrance for Amanda Lepore in conjunction with Artware Editions. The fragrance is named Amanda, is encrusted with 1,000 Swarovski crystals and will sell for $950. Only 5,000 bottles will be made.

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.

Parlux sprinkles Fairy Dust for Paris Hilton

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 00:00:01 EST

Parlux have announced Paris Hilton's latest fragrance: Fairy Dust. The fragrance was created by Mane's Celine Krakower and is described by Parlux as "an essence of enchantment, a sensual, seductive floral, which is bright, effervescent and inviting."

ESPY Athletes get pampering from Zirh

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 16:20:01 EST

Last month Zirh created its Annual ESPY Suite for athletes and celebrities. The suite was hosted at the Standard Hotel in downtown Los Angeles, where Zirh provided a variety of services including mini-facials and massages. (picture story)

Australian pop princess Kylie Minogue is about to get even sexier!

Sun, 27 Jul 2008 00:00:01 EST

Kylie Minogue is set to notch up a hat trick in her ‘Darling’ fragrance line next week, with the release of her latest scent. Sexy Darling follows on from the success of Darling and Sweet Darling, and is described as a "more mature fragrance that oozes seduction and sensuality".

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.

Jade Goody is back with Controversial fragrance

Tue, 27 May 2008 04:05:01 EST

Jade Goody, ex-Big Brother contestant, is reported to be launching a new fragrance this year called Controversial, likely to be named after the racism controvesy last year which led to various stores dropping her last perfume, Shhh!.