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October 22, 2007

First Criminal Perfume Counterfeit Case in Manhattan: It's Bad for your Health {Fragrance News}

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According to Women's Wear Daily a criminal investigation involving perfumes was conducted and brought to conclusion last week for the first time in Manhattan and others are to follow. A boutique called Price Right and Watches located at 1205 Broadway was raided by the police on Tuesday as it was stocked with hundreds of counterfeit fragrances bearing the names of prestigious brands......

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Madonna Fragrance on the Horizon

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Adventure by Davidoff Fronted by Ewan McGregor (2008) {New Perfume} {Celebrity Fragrance}

Following up on the news that Coty inked a deal with Ewan Mcgregor to add one more celebrity fragrance to their portfolio, we learn that Davidoff unveiled the new men's fragrance fronted by actor Ewan McGregor called Adventure. The perfume was composed by nose Antoine Lie of Givaudan......

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Bianco Classico, Fondente Extra by Cioccolato Mon Amour

Dreaming by Tommy Hilfiger (2007-2008)

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L'Olfactive 122, 127,129 (2007) & Libellule Nue (2008) by Crazylibellule & The Poppies

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Crazylibellule & The Poppies, a brand that introduced an attractive solid perfume concept packaged in charming tubes that are moderately priced, will launch its first series of three liquid perfumes by the end of the year. They are called L'Olfactive 122, 127, and 129 in reference to the day of the year 2006 in which they were created. So 122 means the 122th day of 2006 etc.......

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Adventure by Davidoff Fronted by Ewan McGregor (2008)

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Bianco Classico, Fondente Extra by Cioccolato Mon Amour

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October 23, 2007

Crépuscule, Aurore, Aube in Nuit Magique collection by René Garraud (2007) {New Perfumes}

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Hair stylist René Garraud is launching a new collection of women's perfumes called Nuit Magique, which includes Crépuscule, Aurore, and Aube. Each perfume is meant to evoke a different moment of a magical night. The brand René Garraud, established 1950, says that they pride themselves in bringing to their customers classical, timeless fragrances available at reasonable prices. Aube is a re-edition, in name at least, of a previous René Garraud fragrance......

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L'Olfactive 122, 127,129 (2007) & Libellule Nue (2008) by Crazylibellule & The Poppies

Adventure by Davidoff Fronted by Ewan McGregor (2008)

21 by CoSTUME NATIONAL

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Armani Code Elixir by Armani (2007) {New Perfume}

Armani will introduce a more intense, sophisticated, and mysterious version of Armani Code called Armani Code Elixir in Eau de Parfum concentration. The jasmine fragrance introduced last year dresses itself for the occasion in a sumptuous royal blue poire flacon.

The 50 ml poire vapo will retail for 88 Euros and be introduced, in Italy at least, in November of 2007. ( Source: Sfilate.it)

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Crépuscule, Aurore, Aube in Nuit Magique collection by René Garraud (2007)

L'Olfactive 122, 127,129 (2007) & Libellule Nue (2008) by Crazylibellule & The Poppies

Adventure by Davidoff Fronted by Ewan McGregor (2008)

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Burberry Brit Sheer by Burberry {New Perfume}

Burberry has launched a new perfume in the Burberry Brit collection called Burberry Brit Sheer. Although billed as a Nordstrom exclusive, it is also available on the Burberry website........

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Armani Code Elixir by Armani (2007)

Crépuscule, Aurore, Aube in Nuit Magique collection by René Garraud (2007)

L'Olfactive 122, 127,129 (2007) & Libellule Nue (2008) by Crazylibellule & The Poppies

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Limited Edition Aromatics Elixir Atomizer by Clinique {Fragrance News}

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With the Holidays season looming on the horizon, perfume brands are issuing special editions of fragrances. With Clinique Aromatics Elixir the juice remains unchanged but it is poured in a lovely new atomizer for the occasion.....

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First Criminal Perfume Counterfeit Case in Manhattan: It's Bad for your Health

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Maîtresse GOLD Edition by Agent Provocateur

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La Part des Anges by Thierry Mugler Now Available {Shopping Tip} {New Perfume}

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The new precious variation on Thierry Mugler Angel called La Part des Anges, which we reported about earlier is now available at Nordstrom for $220. Aged like a good Cognac, it is a new process applied to a perfume product. The extrait is reported to smell of deep candied fruits.

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New Personalized Clinique Photo Perfume Bottle {Fragrance News}

Clinique Happy photo bottle, $52 for 3.4 fl. oz - delivered in 10 days

Clinique wants to use the surface of the Happy bottle to make it more personal and turn it into a reminder of happy memories. So for the holidays season they have come up with the concept of the perfume bottle-cum-photo album. You can add your favorite photo onto its glass surface and associate the scent of Happy with a treasured moment.

From the press release,

"...Now you can personalize your perfume with pictures of whatever makes you smile. Smell sweet each day while you gaze upon the picture of your pet, best friend, Mom or Dad – on a Clinique Happy bottle.

Available just in time for the holidays, it’s a fun way to add a touch of personalization to your favorite fragrance and makes the ordinary gift unique........

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Limited Edition Aromatics Elixir Atomizer by Clinique

First Criminal Perfume Counterfeit Case in Manhattan: It's Bad for your Health

Votez Pour Le Plus Beau Flacon de L'Année ~ Vote For The Best Perfume Bottle of the Year

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A New Perfume Label is Born: Rebel Ambush, Utopian, Frankfurt Kitchen by Social Creatures {New Perfumes} {Spotlight on a Brand}

Rebel Ambush Eau de Toilette, 100 ml, £140 or US $ 286.75

Social Creatures is a new England-based indie perfume label founded by Russel Newell and operated with the help of family and friends, all endowed with artistic talents. The brand wants to express in perfumes art concepts and ethical concerns about the world of the 21st century,

“I am an optimist and hopeful about the future. I believe that human beings have an immense capacity to do good. My scents are designed to be a reminder of this to those who wear or come into contact with them. Scent is something that is both very personal to the wearer yet shared with others.” - Russell Newell. ......
Utopian Eau de Toilette, 100 ml, £140 or US $ 286.75