I want this (NYIGF 8/08 edition)

by Cinda Baxter on August 19, 2008

in Market, New York, NYIGF, Want It

It might sound nuts, but Tod Young has figured out how to turn color into fragrance. Seriously. This works, folks.

With a background in interior design, he’s created the Palettes Collection, a series of six “aromatic tones” that tie to color groupings found in beautiful home environments. They’re not simple one-noters; these are complex, rich combinations that ring true to their namesakes.

I told you this would sound nuts. You’re going to have to trust me. This works. In fact, it works so well, there’s a patent pending on the concept.

Nuts and bolts:
Soy based candles, 80-hour burn time…room sprays that tie in, with elegance. Great packaging, great story. The company V.P. is from the advertising and marketing world, so Palettes will be a solid partner for stores into product promotion. Word of warning, though-—the buy-in is significant, so this isn’t for the faint of heart.

I want one of the Gray suites (candle and room spray) the way I “want” dark chocolate on a regular basis, so someone please pick up the line and call me. Soon.

RetailSpeaks members, keep your eyes out for an in-depth interview with Todd this autumn as part of our new Profiles series.

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