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Valentino Beauty – New Fragrance Franchise

  • Writer: Lucas Harrington
    Lucas Harrington
  • Jul 13
  • 2 min read

Introduction

Valentino Beauty’s Vendetta is not just another perfume launch; it is a manifesto of emotion. As the Maison’s first prestige fragrance franchise in six years, Vendetta signals a return to unapologetic intensity, reclaiming passion as a conscious choice in an era where love risks becoming algorithmic and diluted.


New Fragrance Franchise Vendetta Donna

Vendetta Donna, created by Dominique Ropion and Andrew Everett, is a floral gourmand woody composition built around tuberose. At its heart lies Tuberose Osmobloom™, a cutting-edge extraction that amplifies luminosity and sensuality. The fragrance opens with a red orange nectar accord, inspired by Italy’s Tarocco Rosso orange, adding brightness and a salty edge. Sandalwood anchors the base, creating a warm, enveloping trail. The bottle, with its bold V motif and pleated cap, reflects Valentino’s couture heritage.


Valentino Vendetta

New Fragrance Franchise Vendetta Uomo

Vendetta Uomo, composed by Marie Salamagne, explores masculine sensuality through a woody spicy gourmand profile. It opens with a high-definition ginger CO₂ extract from Peru, followed by a Cinnamon Liquor Accord that delivers warmth and gourmand richness. Patchouli essence and carnal woods form the base, creating a textured, skin-close trail. The bottle mirrors Donna’s design, reinforcing the narrative of unity and duality.


Valentino Beauty – New Fragrance Franchise Campaign

Shot by Inez & Vinoodh, the campaign stars Dakota Johnson and Alexander Skarsgård as ambassadors. Their cinematic portrayal embodies Valentino’s “us-against-the-world” ethos - a modern romance propelled by instinct, freedom, and unspoken magnetism. Vendetta Donna’s deep red liquid extends Valentino’s iconic color of passion, while Uomo’s darker tones emphasize intensity and connection.


Conclusion

Vendetta is Valentino Beauty’s declaration of emotional authenticity. By weaving heritage with innovation, Donna and Uomo invite wearers to embrace passion as a deliberate act. In a market saturated with fleeting trends, Valentino Beauty’s New Fragrance Franchise Vendetta stands as a bold reminder: true connection is timeless, instinctive, and unapologetically powerful.




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