The Business

The Big Bang!

When you’re launching a fragrance called Bang, you have to ensure that the party is, well, banging. With this in mind, fashion wunderkind Marc Jacobs enlisted the talents of a stellar cast of DJs at the bash to unveil his new scent for men. Model of the moment Jesus Luz tore up the turntables in Harvey Nichols’ Fifth Floor restaurant with an infectious mix of Brazilian beats, dirty electro and twisted pop anthems. The ultimate crowd pleaser? Celebration by (his girlfriend) Madonna. Next up was Jake Shears of the Scissor Sisters who gave classic sounds (think Prince’s You’ve Got the Look) a novel Noughties spin. Little wonder Marc’s party posse (Mischa Barton, Beth Ditto, Jamie Winstone, Daisy Lowe, Pixie Lott) kept rocking ’til dawn.

Marc Jacobs’ ‘Bang’ is exclusive to Harvey Nichols in the UK from 1st August. £39 (50ml) EDT spray.

 

Jennifer Aniston unveils debut fragrance

 

We didn’t think it was possible for us to like Jennifer Aniston any more than we already did, but after meeting her at the global launch of her debut fragrance we don’t just like her – we LOVE her. Jennifer looked every bit the Hollywood goddess as she walked the red carpet at Luxe London store Harrods before meeting the hundreds of fans who queued for hours to have their bottles of the ‘Jennifer Aniston’ fragrance signed. And she was just as talkative and personable with the last person in the queue as she was with the first. “It was just amazing to meet Jennifer. She was so friendly and beautiful.” said one thrilled lady holding back the tears as she proudly clutched her autographed bottle of the fresh, beachy scent. Describing her inspiration for the fragrance Jennifer said: “The combination of the salty air and tropical oils reminds me of long sunny days on the beach and pure happiness. The scent of the ocean is one of life’s most uplifting experiences.” Meeting Ms Aniston definitely qualifies as another!

Jennifer Aniston’s debut fragrance is exclusively at  Harrods from Weds 21st July and comes in three sizes: 30ml – £23, 50ml – £29 and 85ml – £36.