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Trudon encapsulates Château de Versailles in A King’s Christmas candles
French candle maker Trudon has launched its Christmas candles collection, A King’s Christmas. The collection takes inspiration from Château de Versailles and the Sun King, featuring illustrations from British artist Lawrence Mynott. Trudon’s[…]
Varvaglione 1921 fetes centenary with Evo olive oil
Italian family-owned winery Varvaglione 1921 has launched a premium olive oil in celebration of its 100th birthday. The bespoke label, specially created for this particular blend, features a 3D golden droplet effect. Varvaglione 1921’s[…]
Hong Kong Ritz-Carlton unveils mid-autumn mooncakes
In celebration of China’s Mid-Autumn Festival, Ritz-Carlton launched a box of eight mini mooncakes. The luxury hotel chain called on French supplier Dapy to create the packaging. Luxury hotelier Ritz Carlton opted for a bold, colorful pack for[…]
Le Jardin Retrouvé launches Scented Stem diffuser
For its fragrance diffuser Scented Stem, French niche brand Le Jardin Retrouvé opted for Limoges porcelain. Made using artisanal production processes, the diffusers can be refilled or repurposed. Le Jardin Retrouvé wanted something different[…]
Uncovering fashion's influence on luxury packaging
In a report originally published in the winter issue of our sister publication Formes de Luxe, we explore the fashion/sustainability equation and examine how fashion’s influence extends to luxury packaging. From the couture dress splashed across[…]
Forever Candles’ refill concept shakes up luxury home fragrance space
New brand Forever Candles is seeking to combine sustainability and luxury with its refillable candles. The brand’s first product is a limited-edition, La Maison dans les Bois. With a price point that is more accessible than most luxury candles,[…]
Trudon’s diffuser blends glass and aluminum
After L’Oeuf, Room Spray and La Promeneuse, French brand Trudon has added a diffuser to its line of home objects. Crafted from green ribbed glass, the reed diffuser is available with six scents. The Trudon Diffuser is the latest launch from[…]
Mouchette lights the way with debut collection
French home fragrances brand Mouchette launched this April with a range of seven scented candles. Novel decoration techniques, a fragrance diffuser and accessories are in the works. Founded by young entrepreneur Mathilde Tellier, Mouchette was[…]
Amber glass meets brass for Parfums d’Orsay
French niche brand Parfums d’Orsay has launched a line of made-in-France candles that combine amber glass and gold accents. The candle collection comprises three sizes, with the largest (250g) mounted on a brass ring. The largest candle jar[…]
Breitling creates watch case made from plastic bottles
Set to hit the market in early 2021, Swiss luxury watchmaker Breitling has unveiled what it says is the industry’s first 100% recycled and recyclable watch box that is both foldable and reusable. Breitling has launched a watch box made entirely[…]
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Key Figures
40%
The percentage of annual fragrance sales done in the fourth quarter. Fragrance sales in December, especially during Christmas week, can be 25% to 100% higher than any other time of the year. (source: The NPD Group)