New York-born fashion designer. Jacobs attended the Parsons School, and launched his first collection under his own name in 1986. Since 1997, he has also been responsible for creative direction at Louis Vuitton.
Fragrances were introduced in 2001 with Marc Jacobs for women, followed by Marc Jacobs for men in 2002. Other fragrances include Blush (2004).
Fragrances are produced under arrangements with Coty.
Recent fragrances from Marc Jacobs
Other recent releases include Blush Intense (2006), I Love Marc (limited edition, 2007), Marc Jacobs Daisy (2007), Daisy Eau de Parfum (2008), Lola (2009), Bang (2010), Daisy Eau So Fresh (2011), Oh, Lola! (2011), Bang Bang (2011).
Marc Jacobs Splash collection
In 2006, Marc Jacobs introduced the first Splash Collection (Summer Splash: Rain, Grass & Cotton). These are limited edition, light Eaux de Toilette in 300 ml splash bottles, with an optional atomizer included.
Later additions include Autumn Splash: Ivy, Violet & Amber (2006), Cucumber Splash & Orange Splash (2007, Rain re-released at the same time), Splash Sorbet: Pear, Basil & Grapefruit (2008), Fig Splash & Gardenia Splash (2008), Lemon Splash (2009, Rain & Cucumber re-released at same time), Apple, Pomegranate & Biscotti (2010), Cocktail Collection Curacao, Cranberry & Ginger (2011), Splash Tropical Hibiscus & Kumquat (2012).
Where to buy
The Marc Jacobs line can be found at major department stores and online discounters.
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Further reading
See all articles on Now Smell This tagged Marc Jacobs.
Read Loving and Hating Marc Jacobs at the New York Times.
