| Rivara | Italy |
Fragrance division of Hanorah SpA of Milan; launched' Marjolaine' in 1997 | |||
| Rive d'Azur, Parfumerie | Antibes (Ap. Marit) France, manufacturing perfumers; 'Parfum naturels, extrait de choix'; c1920s | ||||
| River Island | USA |
Casual clothing company; launched Kit, Perfect, R10214, R10452, R10715 and Scent in c2000, By Night in c2010 | |||
| Rivera | USA |
Launched Essence de Fleur and Frosina Bouquet in c1900 | |||
| Rivers, Joan | Launched Now & Forever in 2001, Now & Forever Private Reserve in 2013 | ||||
| Rives, George Huber | USA |
Chicago; launched Honey-Moon Blossoms in 1930 | |||
| Riviera , Parfumerie | Paris and Fifth Ave, New York; launched fragrances in c1920 | ||||
| Riviera Concepts | Canada |
Also of Paris and New York, bands include Badgley Mischka, Alfred Sung, Hummer, Nanette Lepore, Cynthia Rowley in 2005, Lulu Guinness and Bob Mackie, acquired by Elizabeth Arden in 2006. Launched | |||
| Riviere et Cie | Launched Wallflower and White Rose in 1930 | ||||
| Riviere, Parfums Jules V | Paris; launched fragrance in c1930 | ||||
| Riz | Germany |
Launched Horoskop, Kölnisch Wasser, Riz eau de Cologne and Riz Lavendal in c1945 | |||
| Rizik Brothers | USA |
Washington, D.C; launched Fleur Divine in 1926 | |||
| RMS Titanic | Launched Legacy 1912 Titanic | ||||
| Robbins, Anatole | USA |
Los Angles, Ca; launched fragrances in the 1940's | |||
| Robb's of Hexham | UK |
Launched Hexham Rose | |||
| Roads | Ireland |
Dublin-based niche line established by Danielle Ryan, launched in 2013, Afropolis, Big Sky and I Am Dance in 2015 | |||
| Roberre | In association with Rimmel International; launched Noir and Noir Special Cologne in 1982 | ||||
| Robert | Launched Le Beau Rêve in 1930 | ||||
| Robert Parfumeur, Mr. | USA |
Established by Robert Denels in Fifth Ave New York in 1922; beauty salon. Also refer to Mr Robert in Volume M | |||
| Robert, Guy | A prominent ‘nose’ from Grasse, his family have owned a fragrance firm for over a century. His creations include 'Calèche', 'Gucci No1', and 'Amouage', while his uncle Henri created 'Cristalle' and his son, Francois created 'Apogee'. | ||||
| Robert, Henri | A prominent perfumer; created such fragrances as 'Glamour', 'Ramage' and 'Pour Monsieur'. | ||||
| Robert, Jean | France, launched Chypre, Muguet, Muguet de Bois and Rose in c1910 | ||||
| Robertet & Cie, P | Established by Francois Chauve in Grasse, France in 1850; a major oil producer, launched fragrances; business bought by P Robertet in 1875, changed name; outlet in Paris; now (2000) part of Firmenich. Launched Boite a Mouillettes, Crêpe de Chine, Gardenia, Russian Leather, Shocking and Teal in c1920 | ||||
| Roberts , Ashley | Television personality and former member of The Pussycat Dolls, launched Ashley by Ashley Roberts, her debut perfume in 2014. | ||||
| Robertia | Alternative spelling of 'Robertier', of France launched fragrances in 1970 | ||||
| Robertier | Launched Oriental Epicé and Vert Musque in 1970 | ||||
| Roberts Ceramics | Launched Wild Mist | ||||
| Roberts of Windsor | UK |
Manufacturers of toiletries and fragrances | |||
| Roberts Inc., Flori | Launched Golden Extrait in 1983 , Him in 1977 , Pati Le Belle in 1996 and Touching in 1976 | ||||
| Robertson et Cie, H | Italy |
Florence; launched Chypre in 1925 | |||
| Robien | USA |
New York; launched Decision in 1946 | |||
| Robillard y Cia., J | Spain |
Essential oils, exhibited at 1867 French Expo; launched Rosa in c1900 | |||
| Robin Co., J.T. | USA |
Launched Heliotrope in 1900 | |||
| Robinson Bros & Co Inc | USA |
Portland Me; launched Patusan in 1912 | |||
| Robinson Cosmetics Co | USA |
New York, launched Extra Scotch Maid, Floralee, Mi-Lady's Perfume Bar, Parfum l'Origan, Parfum Noël in c1930 | |||
| Robinson, A.A | USA |
Importer of fragrances, early 20th century | |||
| Robj | Established by Jean Born (died in 1928) at 3 cite d’Hauteville, Paris in 1908 with financial help from Lucien Willemetz (major stockholder); sub-titled 'Societe Jean Born et Cie'; an artistic bibletots, launched first perfumes in 1924, business went bankrupt in 1933 | ||||
| Roca Parfums | Italy |
Established by pastry chef Jordi Roca of the renowned Cellar de Can Roca. Launched 'Núvol di Llimona ' in 2011 | |||
| Rocawear | USA |
Fashion brand established in 1999 by rapper Shawn Carter, aka Jay-Z, and Damon Dash, and now owned by the Iconix group; ; launched Rocawear 9IX in 2008 in association with Elizabeth Arden Inc., then Rocawear Evolution and Rocawear X in 2010 | |||
| Rocca, C.B. | Paris; active in the 1920's, launched fragrances | ||||
| Roccobarocco | Launched fragrance is association with Hescanas | ||||
| Rochaid, Guillemette | Paris; launched Madame X in 1961 | ||||
| Rochambeau Perfumes | Established by Xavier Rochambeau and Robert Coudert de Saint-Chament at 105 West 40th St. New York in 1923, a Franco-American company affiliated to La Gourde du Poete and associated with Holman Soap Co of Chicago; numerous presentations. | ||||
| Rochas, Parfums | Marcel Rochas was born in Paris in 1902; in 1925 opened couture House
of Rochas at 100 Boulevard St Honoré; moved to 12 avenue Matignon,
Paris in 1931 Launched signature fragrance in 1926; established Parfums Rochas in partnership with Alfred Gosset in 1944. Closed couture in 1953 to concentrate on perfumes and accessories. Died in 1955; wife Hélène became president, steps down in 1970 leaves Gosset as president. In 1975 Gosset retires, Rochas acquired by Roussel-Uclaf; sold to Wella of Germany in 1987. Acquired by Proctor and Gamble 2003; fashion side closed in late 2006 as uneconomical, Parfums Rochas profitable |
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| Rocheau, Henri | France; launched Peau d’Espagne, Violette de Parme, White Rose in c1896 | ||||
| Rocher, Yves | A plant-based cosmetics company established by Yves Rocher; in 1959 - basing its growth on the idea of "beauty from plants" and selling by mail order - The Yves Rocher Group operates in around 30 countries, with a turnover of two billion euros (2.8 billion dollars) a year, around 15,000 employees and nearly 2,000 retail outlets; 62.8% acquired by Sanofi Beauté in 1990’s; died in Paris on Saturday 26th Decemder 2009, aged 79 | ||||
| Rochester Laboratories Inc | USA |
Rochester, Mn; launched American Venus in 1925 | |||
| Rocky S | India |
Fashion designer; launched' Rocky S Noir' in 2007 | |||
| Roddick, Andy | USA |
Tennis star, launched signature fragrance in August 2006 | |||
| Rodi, Nelly | USA |
of Scent Factory - Launched Nelly Rodi Scent Factory - Parfum 1 to 8 in 2005 | |||
| Rodier et Cie., E | An exclusive French design house established in 1852; reputation built
on soft knit fabric wear with its impeccable fit and timeless style; featured
by Coco Chanel, Christian Dior and Madame Grés. Launched perfumes, 'that dress the skin as a complement to the infinite sensuality of its creations. Scents that caress the skin softly, creating a resonance between the most delicate of substances and the body', |
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| Rodin | Skincare brand established by Laura Rodin. Debut fragrance was Rodin Olio Lusso Perfume in 2014 | ||||
| Rodin Parfums | Established by Merle Norman (S.A.R.L.) at 9 rue Auber, Paris in 1946. Launched Adoration, Rodin Bis, Rodin Olio Lusso Perfume , Valse de Nuit and Sarée | ||||
| Roditi et Fils, D | Established by Charles Roditi at 1 rue Ambrose Thomas, Paris; exporter of fancy good in the early 1900’s, launched Raquel Meller in 1926 | ||||
| Rodkin. Loree | USA |
Famous Hollywood jewellery designer, known for her nonconformist visionary jewelry making approach, blurring the distinction between modern and medieval. Launched signature fragrance Gothic 1 in 2003, Gothic II in c2005 | |||
| Rodo, Parfums Lance | Societe Chimique des Usines du Rhone' perfumes for scenting linen' | ||||
| Rodriguez, Justo J | USA |
Scranton, Pa.; launched Société in 1920 | |||
| Rodriguez, Narciso | USA |
Fashion designer; became famous after designing Carolyn Bessette Kennedy’s wedding dress while he working at Cerruti. Launched his own label in 1997. Launched debut fragrance with 'Narciso Rodriguez For Her' in 2003 | |||
| Rodumma | Launched Œillet Extrait | ||||
| Rodi, Nelly | Established in 1985 as a trend forecasting service in the fashion, cosmetics and home decoration industries; moved into launched their own fragrances; established 'Scent Factory', a collection of 8 oriental-themed fragrances by noses from the major fragrance and flavor houses. | ||||
| Roelly Chemical | USA |
New York; launched Carissima, Gardenia and Beatrice in 1922 | |||
| Roenblatt Isaac | USA |
New York launched a fragrance in 1926 | |||
| Roever Co., Henry (H & GA) | USA |
Cincinnati, Ohio; launched Héliotrope and Sorosisin c1900 | |||
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