One of the biggest challenges that faces any company is staying up-to-date and relevant in an ever-changing market. With so many choices thrust onto customers every day, remaining at the forefront of their minds is the constant goal. Sometimes a brand will opt for a revamp and refocus to continue the ongoing fight against the competitors, while other times they will do a full reinvention. Told London is the latest company to pitch perfectly when it comes to their reinvention and, alongside a recently announced Best Newcomer nomination in this year’s Fragrance Foundation Awards, they are already gathering a loyal following.
The worlds of fashion and fragrance have always gone hand in hand, and it’s a tradition that shows no signs of slowing any time soon. These two industries survive on their ability to be inspirational and, more importantly than ever in an oversaturated perfume market, wearable. The mention of fabric “notes” or “velvety” finishes are a great way to spark the imagination when it comes to a customer’s appreciation of a scent, but it also feeds into that all-important fragrance description. One of the most recent additions to the fashion crossover is the re-emergence of tie-tastic Hugh Parsons, and the evocative Camden Town.
The seasonal release from any perfume company is often looked forward to with a greater anticipation than their main ranges, because the excitement of discovering the latest treat, and also knowing that it’s a limited edition, turns the act of wearing fragrance into something even more special. Summer and Spring launches were historically dominated by Bronze Goddess from Estée Lauder and the Aqua Allegoria collection from Guerlain, but all of that was challenged in 2010 when Fragonard began its own seasonal scent range. This year sees Fleur de Citronnier take centre stage, and the result is an uplifting delight.
