Renowned design leader to debut signature scent </pre> <p><location>PARIS</location>, <chron>Dec. 4</chron> /CNW/ -- Bottega Veneta and Coty Inc., a leader in the global beauty industry, announced today the formation of an exclusive partnership to create, develop, and distribute a line of fragrances under the Bottega Veneta name. This will be Bottega Veneta's first fragrance collection.</p> <pre> (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20091204/NY19424LOGO ) </pre> <p>Founded in the mid-1960s, Bottega Veneta is one of the world's most prestigious luxury lifestyle brands. Renowned for its sophistication and understated elegance, Bottega Veneta produces handbags, women's and men's ready-to-wear, luggage, and fine jewelry, among other categories. <person>Tomas Maier</person>, the creative force behind the renaissance of Bottega Veneta, has evolved a signature concept of luxury based upon outstanding craftsmanship, innovative design, contemporary functionality, and the highest quality materials.</p> <p/> <p>"The opportunity to create the first Bottega Veneta fragrance is an exciting challenge," said Creative Director <person>Tomas Maier</person>. "I've always loved fragrance and have very definite ideas about what I want to do."</p> <p/> <p>"This partnership with Coty Prestige enables Bottega Veneta to enter the fragrance market in a very strong position, thanks to the unique attributes of both companies," stated Marco Bizzarri, President & CEO, Bottega Veneta.</p> <p/> <p>"Bottega Veneta remains one of the world's premier designer labels and architects of fashion," said Bernd Beetz, CEO, Coty Inc. "Reputed for sophistication and elegance, the dynamic brand is both a natural fit and winning partner for Coty. Coty is excited to join with Bottega Veneta to produce what's sure to be a global sensation."</p> <p/> <p>"Bottega Veneta is one of the most refined and respected Italian luxury houses. They have a unique culture of exclusivity and a constant drive for innovation. Fragrance is a new opportunity for this successful company and we are looking forward to working with them to capture their incomparable style in an olfactive identity," declared Michele Scannavini, President, Coty Prestige.</p> <pre> About Bottega Veneta </pre> <p>Bottega Veneta was founded in Vicenza in 1966. Steeped in the traditions of Italy's master leather craftsmen and long celebrated for its leather goods, it has emerged as a premier luxury brand under the creative direction of <person>Tomas Maier</person>, who joined the company in 2001. Bottega Veneta's famous motto, "When your own initials are enough," expresses a philosophy of individuality and confidence that is at the heart of the company's unique commitment to unsurpassed luxury and craftsmanship.</p> <p/> <p>Distribution of Bottega Veneta products is global, encompassing <location>Europe</location>, Asia, and <location>North America</location>, where wholesale distribution in select specialty and department stores is complemented by a growing number of Bottega Veneta-owned boutiques.</p> <pre> About Coty Inc. </pre> <p>Coty was created in <location>Paris</location> in 1904 by Francois Coty who is credited with founding the modern fragrance industry.</p> <p/> <p>Today, Coty Inc. is a recognized leader in global beauty with annual net sales of nearly <money>$4 billion</money>. Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, passion, innovation and creativity, Coty Inc. has developed an unrivalled portfolio of notable brands and delivers its innovative products to consumers in 90 markets worldwide.</p> <p/> <p>The Coty Prestige brand portfolio is distributed in prestige and ultra-prestige stores and includes Baby Phat, Balenciaga, Bottega Veneta, <person>Calvin Klein</person>, Cerruti, Chloe, Chopard, Davidoff, Home Skin Lab, <person>Jennifer Lopez</person>, Jette Joop, Jil Sander, JOOP!, Karl Lagerfeld, <person>Kenneth Cole</person>, L.A.M.B. fragrance by <person>Gwen Stefani</person>, Lancaster, <person>Marc Jacobs</person>, Nautica, Nikos, <person>Sarah Jessica Parker</person>, <person>Vera Wang</person>, <person>Vivienne Westwood</person> and Wolfgang Joop.</p> <pre> For additional information about Coty Inc., please visit www.coty.com.
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