Index of New Perfumes 2008 in Alphabetical Order

4711 Ice Cool Cologne (2008) {New Fragrance}

 One of the most famous and venerable perfumes in the world, 4711 Cologne, is now getting a new flanker called 4711 Ice Cool Cologne. The icy minty fresh scent (the original cologne is often kept in refrigerators) has top...

9 Montale Fragrances in 2007 {New Perfumes}

Here is a latter day announcement about 9 Montale perfumes that were released in 2007. They are are: Chocolate Greedy, Fruits of the Musk, Musk to Musk, Boisé Vanille, Roses Musk, White Aouds, Aoud Blossom, Aoud Flowers, and Aoud...

Amouage Lyric for Man (2008): Unusual Rose {Perfume Review & Musings} {New Fragrance} {Rose Notebook} {Men's Cologne}

Lyric for Man by AmouageThe Skinny:Perfumer: Daniel VisentinArtistic Director: Christopher ChongGender label: masculine, but easily adopted by womenNotes: top: bergamot, lime; heart: rose, angelica, orange blossom, green galbanum, spicy ginger, nutmeg, saffron; base: pine, sandalwood, vanilla, musk, frankincenseCharacteristics: a fresh...

Amouage Lyric for Woman (2008): Ornate Operatic Rose {Perfume Review} {Rose Notebook} {New Fragrance}

Lyric for Woman by AmouageThe Skinny:Perfumer: Daniel MaurelArtistic Director: Christopher ChongGender label: feminineNotes: top: bergamot, spicy cardamom, cinnamon, ginger; heart: rose, angelica, jasmine, ylang ylang, geranium, orris; base: oakmoss, musk, wood, patchouli, vetiver, sandalwood, vanilla, tonka bean, frankincenseCharacteristics: a deep...

Annick Goutal Musc Nomade (2008) {New Fragrance}

  Annick Goutal have released a fourth perfume in their new collection Les Orientalistes. After Ambre Fétiche, Myrrhe Ardente, and Encens Flamboyant, the new fragrance is and ode to yet another mystical and sensual ingredient from the East, musk, and...

Avon Glams Up with Bond Girl 007 (2008) {New Perfume}

  It is all about image, image, image and co-branding, co-branding, co-branding. This October 2008, Avon will launch a new fragrance called Bond Girl 007 which offers a still under-exploited twist on the celebrity perfume concept: the association of a...

Bain de Nuit Eau de Parfum (2008) {New Perfume}

Bain de Nuit (Night Bath) is a French women's fashion brand specializing in glitzy evening wear (long and short, including pant suits) as well as more recently, wedding gowns. The dream of Chantal Temam its founder who created the label...

Balmain Ambre Gris: More Info (2008)

 Balmain Ambre Gris - the cap represents a couture thimble and grey amber is evoked through the elegant grey coloring of the jus.  Following our previous announcement about the upcoming Balmain Ambre Gris, more details are now available. The fragrance...

Berdoues Violette Cherie (2008) {New Perfume}

Berdoues released a new flanker to the original Violettes de Toulouse eau de toilette created in 1936 called Violette Chérie (Darling Violet). It was specifically created to attract a younger clientèle,"In 2008, Violet is not only a fragrance...It takes you...

Boucheron B (2008) {New Fragrance}

From jeweler Boucheron comes a new fragrance to celebrate the 150th anniversary of their founding as well as the 20th anniversary of their first fragrance, Boucheron (1988). The new perfume is simply called B, and despite its luxury-fragrance positioning...

Bulgari Jasmin Noir (2008) {New Fragrance}

 Bulgari has decided to lend a more sophisticated touch to its jasmine perfume with a variation called Jasmin Noir (Black Jasmine). Created by Carlos Benaïm and Sophie Labbé, it aims to satisfy the consumer in search of rarer sensations....

Burberry The Beat for Men (2008) {New Fragrance}

Following The Beat (for Women), Burberry will launch the men's version in September, and like its feminine counterpart it wants to breathe a new young life into the brand while recreating a sense of "being young and effortless". To that...

Byblos Essence (2008) {New Perfume}

Italian fashion house Byblos has released a new perfume simply titled Essence. It was created by perfumer Christine Nagel. The bottle is by creative agency Sylvie de France (Lolita Lempicka, Fleur de Corail, Givenchy Jardin d'Interdits, Lacoste Dream of Pink,...

Calvin Klein Secret Obsession (2008) {New Perfume}

 If there is one mainstream Yankee perfume I would pull out of the drawer to demonstrate, that no, after all, not all perfumes in America are clean, just-showered-like and asexual, that would be Obsession by Calvin Klein. It breaks...

Cartier Roadster (2008) {New Fragrance}

  After Santos, Declaration, and Pasha, jewelry brand Cartier are turning their attention anew towards men and preparing to launch a new masculine fragrance in September of 2008 called Roadster in reference to one of their timepiece designs......Roadster Watch by...

Chanel Sycomore (2008) {Perfume Review} {New Fragrance}

Sycomore is the latest composition by perfumers Jacques Polge and Christopher Sheldrake appearing in the collection Les Exclusifs by Chanel, which purports to offer more elaborate works of perfumery utilizing finer ingredients and proposing more delicate art-pieces for the...

Clairefontaine L'Eau Si Belle (2008) {New Perfume}

To celebrate its 150th anniversary, the French stationery brand Clairefontaine used by generations of dutiful pupils including this one, will launch a limited-edition perfume called L'Eau Si Belle. It is named after a quote from a famous old ditty...

Coach Legacy (2008) {New Perfume}

 Luggage brand Coach are so pleased with the introduction of their first signature fragrance Coach in 2007 that they are preparing a second launch for mid-September 2008 with a new scent called Legacy inspired by their Legacy handbag collection and...

Comme Des Garçons Energy C Series 8 {New Fragrances}

Alternative fashion and perfume brand Comme Des Garçons known for their modernist feel and creativity will launch a new collection of fragrances in May of 2008 devoted to the citrus theme. After their series on Leaves, Red, Incense, Cologne,...

Cruel Gardenia by Guerlain (2008) {New Fragrance}

Guerlain is releasing two new creations in early 2008, a feminine and a masculine respectively called Cruel Gardenia and L'Ame d'un Héros (see next post). According to Guerlain, Cruel Gardenia, in the L'Art et La Matière collection, promises to...

Demeter Incense (2008) {New Fragrance}

Demeter Fragrance Library is releasing a new scent called Incense based on Copal. It is described as a "warm, deep, rich blend of exotic notes. It is inviting and enveloping, the kind of scent that is both simple and...

Dsquared2 She Wood (2008) {New Perfume}

 In September 2008 Design brand Dsquared2 will add a feminine counterpart to their debut Masculine fragrance He Wood, just a year later. The new scent not only mirrors the name of the first one as it is christened She...

Eau d'Italie Magnolia Romana (2008) {New Fragrance}

    Italian niche perfume brand Eau d'Italie, whose line of fragrances is inspired by the famous luxury hotel Le Sirenuse, will launch a new opus titled Magnolia Romana. It follows Eau d'Italie, Bois d'Ombrie, Sienne l'Hiver, and Paestum Rose.The new...

Esteban Cuir, Patchouli (2008) {New Fragrances}

  Esteban Parfums have added a number of new fragrances to their collections. Today, we are calingl attention to two new compositions in the Collection Les Matières devoted to the showcasing of a specific raw material. The new additions are...

Ferragamo Tuscan Soul (2008) {New Fragrance}

Ferragamo will launch a new perfume in September 2008 called Tuscan Soul. Its name by the way is the exact English translation of Isabel Derroisné Ame Toscane, a bestseller of the brand.  “...Tuscan Soul is designed to express the unique...

Flower by Kenzo Winter Flowers (2008) {New Perfume}

Kenzo has launched a new winter flanker to their classic Flower by Kenzo launched in 2000 (it feels longer than that given how much it has become a reference point for powdery florals) called Winter Flowers. The composition is inspired...

Fragonard Caresse (1929/2008) {New Fragrance}

Perfume house Fragonard has launched a new exclusive jus bottled in the same amphora-type flacon as Billet Doux re-introduced in 2006, but onyx-black this time. Called Caresse, the scent was originally introduced in 1929 by Fragonard in-house perfumers and has...

Fragonard Senteurs Capitales (2008) {New Perfumes}

Fragonard have introduced a collection of concreta versions of some of their best-selling fragrances: Cologne, Ile d'Amour, Suivez-Moi, Beau Gosse, Eau Fantasque, and Eclat.Each little pill box is decorated with a Paris monument. The set retails for 25 €.(via...

Fresh Strawberry Flowers (2008) {New Perfume}

Fresh has introduced a new perfume, as well as two re-editions this fall, following Cannabis Rose. The new scent is called Strawberry Flowers. "This limited-edition scent was created exclusively for Sephora by Fresh co-founder and fragrance expert, Lev Glazman."  It...

Guerlain Eau de Shalimar (2008) {New Fragrance}

 In keeping with the theme of a fragrant fountain in the garden of Shalimar as embodied by one of the most immediately recognizable perfume flacons in the world, Guerlain will release a new lightened version of Shalimar called Eau...

Guerlain Habit de Métal (2008) {New Fragrance}

 Guerlain is preparing to introduce a limited-edition of its classic men's fragrance equally beloved by women, Habit Rouge (1965), called Habit de Métal (Metallic Frock). It is not altogether clear whether the jus itself was changed, but the mention...

Guess by Marciano (2008) {New Fragrance}

Apparel brand Guess which has now been renamed Guess By Marciano in the year of its 27th anniversary is preparing to introduce a new women's fragrance in March of 2008 called Guess by Marciano Eau de Parfum.......

Heeley Sel Marin (2008) {New Perfume}

Designer James Heeley has introduced a new perfume under his Heeley brand called Sel Marin (Sea Salt). It is reportedly all about recapturing "sun, sand, and a wave of sea air"......

Hors La Monde Lady Shiloh (2008) {New Fragrance}

Niche jewelry and perfume brand Hors Là Monde has launched a new fragrance called Lady Shiloh, following Shiloh and Lo created by Michel Roudnitska. The new composition is by perfumer Fabrice Olivieri who worked "around the idea of the illusion...

Isabel Derroisné Secrets de Hammam (2008) {New Perfume}

Isabel Derroisné have introduced a new perfume in their collection Parfumeur Voyageur (Perfumer-Traveler) titled Secrets de Hammam (Secrets of the Hammam).The brand is slowly building a reputation for hiring promising young talents in perfumery and giving them the opportunity to...

Jean Paul Gaultier Ma Dame (2008) {New Perfume}

 Jean Paul Gaultier is going to launch a new feminine fragrance in September called Ma Dame. If the name sounds medievalish and seems to hint at courtly love complete with luth-stroking troubadours, hip model Agyness Deyn, posing with Jean...

Jennifer Lopez Deseo for Men (2008) {New Fragrance}

  Jennifer Lopez is adding a masculine scent to her portfolio this September of 2008, for the very first time. Following this spring-and-summer Deseo for women, the new scent, Deseo for Men, represents an effort to broaden the appeal of...

Juicy Couture Viva La Juicy (2008) {New Perfume}

Juicy Couture is fast becoming a recognized perfume brand, with anticipated launches, after making their mark as a fashion and accessory one. Following the original Juicy Couture, inspired by Paris, and well-served by an eccentric, a-la-British advertising, Crittoure, a dog's...

Kiehl's Forest Rain (2008) {New Perfume}

Kiehl's, a brand now owned by L'Oréal but which was originally an apothecary brand established in 1851 in New York City, have launched a new perfume called Forest Rain. They are famous among perfumistas in particular for their musk oil.Interestingly,...

Lancôme Cyclades (2008) {New Fragrance}

  After Tropiques and Benghal, Lancôme will release in February of 2008 a third fragrance in its Collection Voyage series called Cyclades, which is exclusive to travel retail in principle but usually make it to the discounters' and department stores'...

Lanvin Jeanne Lanvin (2008) {New Fragrance}

 Lanvin is introducing a new feminine perfume which taps into the historic heritage of the house. It is named Jeanne Lanvin after the founder of the couture brand; the flacon is decorated with the mother-and-daughter logo by Paul Iribe...

Laura Mercier Nuits Enchantées (2008) {New Perfume}

Wondering about what special local gift to bring back from London? Here's a suggestion: Laura Mercier has introduced a new limited-edition only UK-based perfume called Nuits Enchantées (Enchanted Nights). Only 3000 copies are available and it is currently exclusively sold...

Lavanila Vanilla Spice (2008) {New Fragrance}

After releasing a debut trio comprising Vanilla Grapefruit (Vanessa Williams and Tina Fey love this one), Vanilla Blossom and Pure Vanilla, perfume brand Lavanila continuing its obsession with vanilla followed suit with Vanilla Coconut and now has introduced Vanilla Spice...

Leonard Homme (2008) {New Perfume} {Men's Cologne}

Léonard has introduced a new men's cologne called Léonard Homme. Lately, and since the successes of Dior Homme (2005) and Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme (2006), "homme" has become the best name in town for a men's scent.See also Guerlain HommeIt's...

Les Parfums de Rosine Rose Praline (2008) {New Fragrance}

Les Parfums de Rosine have created a new perfume showcasing an accord of rose, chocolate and Lapsang Souchong tea called Rose Praline. "We imagine silk rustles, babblings and downed laughter, one thousand one delicate and tender delicacies, bouquets of languid...

Mona Di Orio Amyitis (2008) {New Fragrance}

 Mona Di Orio has released her fifth creation called Amyitis. It comes after Lux, Carnation, Nuit Noire, and Oiro and is said to have been inspired by the hanging gardens of Babylon. It is somewhat of a departure from...

Monocle Scent One: Hinoki (2008) {New Perfume}

As announced previously, Comme Des Garçons have started a movement of double-branding their perfumes by creating customized fragrances for celebrities and sometimes, alternative cultural institutions. This trend is mirroring the popularity of celebrity fragrances trend in the mass market...

Morgan My Morgan (2008) {New Fragrance}

 Morgan will introduce a new perfume in March of 2008 called My Morgan. It is the fifth fragrance for the fashion brand which has already issued Morgan De Toi, Light My Heart, Love Love De Toi, and Sweet Paradise....

Narciso Rodriguez Essence (2009) {New Perfume}

The upcoming Essence for Her; Narciso Rodriguez at the Alma Awards on August 17, 2008Designer Narciso Rodriguez will launch a new perfume for women in March (US only) - April 2009 called Essence. It succeeds to the Narciso Rodriguez for...

Parfums de Nicolaï Les Magnifiques (2008) {New Perfumes}

Perfumer Patricia de Nicolaï from Parfums de Nicolaï has released a new collection of perfumes called Les Magnifiques. It includes four fragrances in higher concentration forms bottled in more luxurious flacons. The quatuor includes reformulations of three previously issued compositions,...

Perfume News in Brief {New Fragrances in 2008}

 • Independent French Lille-based perfumer Hubert Maes is widening his distribution network beyond By Terry and is planning to release two new feminine perfumes during the first semester of 2008.• François Demachy has overseen the creation of a new version...

Pierre Balmain Ambre Gris (2008) {New Perfume}

 Pierre Balmain, which interestingly Osmoz categorizes as an "alternative brand" - this made us do a double-take as cultural habits are hard to die but it is justified in economic terms - will launch a new perfume at the end...

Prince Matchabelli Sexiest Musk (2008) {New Perfume}

 Prince Matchabelli, a fragrance brand founded in 1926, now owned by Connecticut-based perfume company Parfums de Coeur, has released a new scent called Sexiest Musk. The flaming red packaging says it all,"Dare to try the world’s SEXIEST fragrance!Ready for...

Quicksilver (2008) {New Fragrance} {Men's Cologne}

 Surf and lifestyle Australian brand Quicksilver is launching their first fragrance, a masculine cologne, this summer called Quicksilver. It follows their sister brand Roxy's two women's perfumes Roxy and Roxy Love. As a "transgenerational" fragrance Quicksilver aims to reach...

Ralph Lauren Notorious (2008) {New Perfume}

Ralph Lauren will launch a new women's perfume this summer and fall called Notorious that hopes to revive the codes of old Hollywood glamour. Model Laetitia Casta who fronts the advertising campaign promisingly describes it in this way "It's...

Serge Lutens El Attarine (2008) {New Perfume}

 We have an early announcement and preview of the new Serge Lutens perfume to come out in August 2008. Affirming the roots of his inspiration even further, it is named this time in Arabic El Attarine and is part...

Teo Cabanel Méloé Eau Fraîche (2008) {New Perfume}

Teo Cabanel launched a new and fourth fragrance called Méloé Eau Fraîche. Described as an "Epicurian symphony" it offers light, green and fruity notes. It was composed by in-house perfumer Jean-François Latty.Notes are initially fresh and citrusy with bergamot, mandarin,...

Tova Ambre d'Oro (2008) {New Perfume}

Will QVC be forgiven by the numerous Tova signature scent fans who have abundantly complained about its cheapened reformulation on this site? This is the question one can ask around the new Ambre d'Oro, Tova's fifth fragrance to date, due...

Trussardi Inside Delight (2008) {New Fragrance}

 Trussardi released a new perfume in February of 2008 in Europe called Trussardi Inside Delight, a re-interpretation of the coffee and teak wood notes found in both Trussardi Inside for women and men. The Espresso notes are replaced by...

Waterford Lismore (2008) {New Fragrance}

Waterford, the crystal ware brand will introduce a debut fragrance on July 11th 2008 called Lismore. Described as a "sensual-yet-light-hearted melange" and advertised as "The Most Romantic Perfume in the World" it was created by Firmenich.According to the press...

Yves Rocher Naturelle (2008) {New Perfume}

Naturelle by Yves Rocher is said to have been created for those women who are "always 20 years old in their heads". The new scent, which launches in April of 2008 in France, is described as a green fruity-floral...

Yves Rocher Tendre Jasmin (2008) {New Fragrance}

In September 2008 Yves Rocher will add a new fragrance to their higher-end collection Secret d'Essences focused on bringing out classical materials of perfumery by using better-quality ingredients. After Voile d'Ambre, Rose Absolue, Iris Noir, September will see the launch...