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Reaching younger consumers is a priority

Posted by Robin on 22 July 2025 Leave a Comment

Reaching younger consumers is a priority. Coty is investing in Gen Z-friendly formats such as mists and sprays, with products including Adidas Vibes and Calvin Klein mists, then pen sprays arriving in 2026. Sales of value-based, layer-friendly products like body and hair mists surged 94 per cent and 32 per cent, respectively, in 2024, according to data from market research firm Circana. The research company predicts that affordable formats with mood-boosting or functional benefits will become essential amid economic uncertainty for younger consumers.

— Read more in Inside Coty’s multi-pronged fragrance strategy at Vogue Business.

Lazy 3-day weekend poll ~ open thread, mid-to-late July 2025

Posted by Robin on 19 July 2025 258 Comments

It’s the third weekend in July, and we’re watching the time pass with our routine open thread poll.

Talk about anything you like — the fragrance you’re wearing today, the perfume you just can’t make up your mind about, whatever.

Or, ask a question about fragrance, then see if anyone else has asked a question that you can answer…

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Posted by Robin on 19 July 2025 Leave a Comment

Usher for Ralph Lauren Ralph's Club New York.

Ralph Lauren Ralph’s Club New York ~ new fragrance

Posted by Robin on 19 July 2025 Leave a Comment

Ralph Lauren has launched Ralph’s Club New York, a new fragrance for men. Ralph’s Club New York is a follow-up to 2021’s Ralph Club…

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Fendi Eaux d’Artifice ~ new perfume

Posted by Robin on 18 July 2025 Leave a Comment

Fendi has launched Eaux d’Artifice, a new fragrance. Eaux d’Artifice, like the high jewelry collection of the same name, celebrates the brands centenary…

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