More on the upcoming Carnal Flower from Frederic Malle: it will have a higher concentration of tuberose than any other fragrance on the market; other notes include bergamot, melon, eucalyptus, ylang-ylang, jasmine, white musk cocktail, coconut, and orange blossom absolute. Frederic Malle also plans to open a boutique in New York City by 2007. (via Women's Wear Daily)

Nicole Farhi, the UK designer who is set to launch her first fragrance line this fall, talks about her long-time devotion to Hermès Bel Ami, and why she prefers her new men's scent over the women's, in the Times Online. Many thanks to Marcello for the link!