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SCENTONIQ brings the world of Widian to life in an exclusive fragrance experience
Goal: To showcase Widian's fragrance collection and engage guests in an immersive experience.
Claim: Widian challenges stereotypes of Middle Eastern fragrances.
Media: Event marketing, social media influencers
Summary: SCENTONIQ hosted an exclusive event in St Julian's to launch Widian's Black Collection, offering guests an immersive journey through city-inspired fragrances. The event featured various stops representing different cities, where attendees collected stickers for each fragrance, highlighting Widian's modern take on oriental perfumery.
Hedvig Launches Scent for Drivers with Cra-yon
Source: https://www.resume.se/marknadsforing/kampanj/parfymforetagets-nya-doft-ska-paminna-om-en-bilolycka/
Goal: To reshape communication around insurance and engage drivers.
Claim: A scent that evokes the dangers and relief of driving.
Summary: Insurance company Hedvig, in collaboration with fragrance house Cra-yon, launches a car scent designed to remind drivers of both dangers and relief. This unique scent card features a design of a crashed car and emits a fragrance pyramid that transitions from fresh top notes to smoky tones, ultimately settling into a warm base to symbolize safety after danger. The campaign aims to enhance engagement with car insurance by appealing to multiple senses.
Chanel Expands the Les Eaux de Chanel Collection with Paris-St. Moritz, Imaginary Journeys to Destinations Cherished by Coco Chanel
Goal: Promote the new fragrance inspired by winter destinations
Media: LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook
Summary: Chanel expands its Les Eaux de Chanel collection with Paris-St. Moritz, inspired by beloved destinations of Coco Chanel and capturing the scent of winter mountains. The communication strategy for the collection and the new fragrance features minimal presence on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook, using 40” and 10” videos while maintaining a brand visibility that relies on its strong market value rather than paid coverage.
Lenor and Dash present the Sanremo Collection that will take P&G brands to the Italian Song Festival
Goal: To enhance the connection between P&G brands and Italian culture through a limited edition collection.
Claim: Win the emotion of Sanremo
Media: PR amplification, influencer activities, TV commercial, in-store materials
Summary: P&G has announced the Sanremo Collection for Lenor and Dash, inspired by the Italian Riviera, which will feature in a contest offering a chance to experience the Sanremo Music Festival. The campaign includes various media channels and aims to elevate laundry experiences while highlighting the significance of fragrance in laundry products.
Creation of Luxury Fragrances (When Science and Technology Gain Space)
Goal: To showcase technological innovation in fragrance creation.
Claim: Long-lasting fragrance with innovative extraction technology.
Summary: Valentino Beauty and Giorgio Armani Beauty are launching new fragrances that highlight the integration of scientific research and technology in perfume creation. Valentino's Vendetta Donna features an innovative air extraction technology called Osmobloom, while Giorgio Armani's I WILL fragrance emphasizes persistence, lasting up to 24 hours. Both brands showcase how modern techniques enhance the development and sustainability of perfumes.
New Chapter for LAVONS: Fans Excited About ‘Dango Mushi Hokuto-chan is Too Cute’ as Hokuto Matsumura Becomes New Ambassador
Source: https://www.advertimes.com/20260928/article558793/
Goal: Connect everyday moments with fragrance
Claim: If you move, the world smells.
Media: YouTube, television
Summary: Nature Lab announced on September 28 that SixTONES member Hokuto Matsumura has been appointed as the new ambassador for its home care brand LAVONS. The new commercial titled 'LAVON Days Begin' was released on the same day, while TV commercials will roll out nationwide from October 1. The campaign, themed 'LAVON Days', focuses not on the product's features but on how fragrance accompanies daily moments. This transition marks a shift from previous ambassador Yuta Tamamori, and fans have responded positively on social media, appreciating Matsumura's relatable and natural portrayal.
Dove and Alexmonhart Introduce The Gentle One Perfume
Goal: To promote self-acceptance and confidence through the new fragrance.
Claim: Beauty does not have just one definition; it should not be reduced to appearance.
Media: Designblok
Summary: Dove has collaborated with designers Alexandra and Daniel Steklík Monhart from the Czech brand Alexmonhart to launch a new niche perfume called The Gentle One, which is part of their ongoing campaign 'Beauty is a Feeling'. The fragrance aims to evoke a sense of comfort and personal expression, symbolizing Dove’s mission to challenge traditional notions of beauty and promote self-acceptance. The scent was created in Grasse, France, emphasizing craftsmanship and quality.
Khloé Kardashian heads to Sephora. Her perfumes will be in 1300 stores.
Goal: Expand the fragrance portfolio and increase brand awareness
Media: Paid social media ads, digital media, outdoor advertising, media partnerships, and Hulu advertisements
Summary: Khloé Kardashian has expanded her fragrance empire with a launch in Sephora, bringing her luxury perfume portfolio, including XO Khloé, Almost Always, and XO BLUE, to 1,300 stores across the US and Canada. This launch marks a significant milestone for the brand and positions Kardashian as a major player in the global cosmetics industry. It serves as a strategic platform for international expansion, utilizing Sephora's retail network to meet growing consumer demand for luxury fragrances.
Leo Messi launches his night fragrance and expands his business empire
Goal: Launch of a new fragrance
Summary: With the conclusion of his time with the Argentine National Team after the 2026 World Cup, Leo Messi embarks on a more focused and mature business venture with the launch of his new fragrance, Messi Night, marking a new chapter in his life.
Dakota Johnson and Alexander Skarsgård Found Themselves in Vendetta
Goal: To introduce a new fragrance franchise that represents both female and male scents as equal parts of the same story.
Media: Airport pop-up spaces, digital outdoor, CRM, content on Meta and TikTok, influencer collaborations, and partnership with Uber.
Summary: Valentino Beauty launched the Vendetta fragrance franchise featuring Dakota Johnson and Alexander Skarsgård as brand ambassadors, emphasizing a narrative of attraction and freedom. The campaign, creative by Romain Gavras with visuals by Inez & Vinoodh, uses a film shot on 35mm to convey intensity without dialogue, accompanied by a soundtrack from Pet Shop Boys. Vendetta Donna and Uomo fragrances complement each other, with a focus on building an emotional space for both in the same franchise.
Estée Lauder seeks a new generation of customers with new perfume
Source: https://www.media-marketing.com/vijesti/estee-lauder-novim-parfemom-trazi-novu-generaciju-kupaca/
Goal: Reach a new generation of consumers
Claim: Capture positive moments with Glimmer
Media: Television, print, digital channels, point of sale, outdoor, social media, programmatic video
Summary: Estée Lauder has launched its new fragrance Glimmer Eau de Parfum, with a campaign featuring Hailee Steinfeld, focusing on 'glimmers' of positivity that connect emotions. Marking the brand's significant return to the luxury women's fragrance category after a decade, the campaign launched globally on July 30 and includes various media formats targeting Gen Z and younger millennials in the UK and Ireland. It aims to engage consumers in meaningful moments and enhance brand recognition through an integrated media strategy.
The Empower Brands House Creates Exclusive Fragrance to Translate Its Identity into Aroma
Goal: To create a sensory signature that embodies the brand's identity.
Claim: Great brands are not just seen or heard. They are felt.
Media: Video documentation of the creative process
Summary: The Empower Brands House has created an exclusive fragrance to celebrate its 25th anniversary, capturing the company's values and essence through scent. Developed by perfumer Lourenço Lucena, the fragrance reflects the organization’s journey and aims to be a sensory representation of the brand beyond visual or verbal communication. The campaign was launched with a sensory dinner, marking the start of a two-year celebration leading up to the official anniversary in 2028.
John Abraham joins ARMAF as Global Brand Ambassador
Source: https://campaignme.com/john-abraham-joins-armaf-as-global-brand-ambassador/
Goal: To introduce Club De Nuit Intense Overdose and engage audiences with immersive experiences.
Claim: True impact comes from authenticity.
Media: Television commercial, experiential activations, launch events
Summary: ARMAF has appointed John Abraham as the Global Brand Ambassador for Club De Nuit Intense Overdose, marking the start of a global campaign that combines film and fragrance with a thematic focus on mystery and confidence. This partnership signifies a new chapter for the brand, featuring a dynamic launch campaign that will unfold across various global markets.
Prada Beauty announces Zendaya as global ambassador
Source: https://campaignme.com/prada-beauty-announces-zendaya-as-global-ambassador/
Goal: Celebrate the complexity and authenticity of women.
Summary: Prada Beauty has appointed Zendaya as the global ambassador for Prada Paradoxe, marking a new chapter for the brand. The campaign celebrates the essence of the modern woman, highlighted by a new fragrance, Prada Paradoxe Sweet Chemistry Eau de Parfum. Zendaya embodies the brand's message of authenticity and complexity, aligning with Prada's vision of continuous evolution in femininity.
Zendaya is the new global ambassador of Prada Beauty and the face of Prada Paradoxe
Goal: To reinforce the brand's positioning around authenticity and the multiplicity of feminine identities.
Claim: Zendaya embodies Prada Paradoxe.
Summary: Prada Beauty announced actress Zendaya as its new global ambassador and face of the Prada Paradoxe fragrance. This collaboration aims to highlight the brand's values of authenticity and the diverse identity of women. The campaign coincides with the launch of Prada Paradoxe Sweet Chemistry Eau de Parfum, featuring a unique olfactory signature. The campaign is directed by Oscar-winning filmmaker Barry Jenkins.
With ‘Don’t Touch My Mini’, Adopt orchestrates the disappearance of its mini-fragrances to better launch them
Goal: To reintroduce mini-fragrances effectively.
Claim: Don't Touch My Mini
Summary: The campaign 'Don't Touch My Mini' by Adopt focuses on phasing out their mini-fragrances to launch them anew, suggesting a refreshing approach to their fragrance line that emphasizes exclusivity and value.