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Exquisite Clive Christian Perfumes launches in the Caribbean
travel retail through luxury event at Penha in Grand Cayman

Iconic fragrance distribution company
Marivi launched the exquisite Clive
Christian Perfume collection at a gala event
with Penha in Grand Cayman in March.
This marks the first time that these fine
British fragrances, considered some of the
most luxurious in the world, are available
in travel retail in the Caribbean. The
company will be announcing another major
launch in the Caribbean shortly.
The Clive Christian Perfumes have
a very unique history, with a strong
connection to the British Royal Family.
“Clive Christian Perfume traces its
origins to the Crown Perfumery Company,
established in London in 1872. That same
year, Queen Victoria granted the company
the honor of using her crown on its bottles,
a symbol of royal endorsement that remains
a hallmark of the brand today. The Crown
Perfumery was renowned for its exquisite
fragrances, favored by the royal court and Celebrating the launch of the Clive Christian Perfume collection at Penha Duty Free in
exported globally,” VP Sales- Americas Grand Cayman earlier this year, (from left) Adrian Barzola, Marivi co-owner; Lanthony
Lanthony Munoz tells Travel Markets Munoz, VP of Sales – Americas, Clive Christian Perfumes; Phuong Buttner, GM, Pehna Duty
Insider, commenting on the brand’s royal Free; Francesca Garza - Marivi Brand Manager; and Viviane Camejo, Marivi co-owner.
connections in the past and today.
“In 1999, British designer Clive
Christian acquired the dormant Crown
Perfumery, reviving its legacy and techniques, reimagined with modern including Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth
founding the modern Clive Christian refinement, says Munoz. Avenue and Bergdorf Goodman. In South
Perfume House. This revival honored the “Each creation blends rare and America the brand can be found in Chile at
brand’s storied past while introducing it precious ingredients sourced from across Maison Niche, in Bolivia at Cosmet and at
to a new era of luxury perfumery,” said the globe, crafted with meticulous attention Faces in Colombia.
Munoz. to detail.” Marivi is representing the Clive
Today’s owners have worked hard The results, he says, are “bold, Christian Perfumes in the Caribbean. With
to maintain the beauty, craftsmanship and character-driven scents that are deeply offices in Santo Domingo and Miami,
luxury of the modern collection that was expressive.” Marivi is a family business established by
inspired by the original Crown Perfumery, The presentation echoes this history visionary entrepreneur and industry pioneer
Munoz explains and craftsmanship. Every bottle is designed Eduardo Camejo in 1965, who founded
“Clive Christian has upheld the to reflect the grandeur and heritage of the luxury beauty distribution companies in
legacy of the original Crown Perfumery by brand, complete with the iconic crown Central America, South America and the
committing to unparalleled craftsmanship stopper—a mark of excellence granted by Caribbean.
and the use of the finest ingredients. Each Queen Victoria in 1872. Today, Marivi is co-owned by Viviane
fragrance boasts a high concentration Clive Christian communicates its Camejo and Adrian Barzola, two highly-
of pure perfume, typically 20-25%— rich heritage through storytelling that experienced industry professionals with
ensuring depth and longevity. The brand intertwines the brand’s history with that of a combined 45+ years within the luxury
meticulously selects rare and precious the British monarchy. beauty industry. Barzola is renowned for
ingredients from around the world, creating The brand releases limited edition his brand management and luxury retail
complex and luxurious scents that honor fragrances commemorating significant acquired during his 20+ year tenure at
traditional perfumery while embracing milestones, such as the 150th anniversary Cartier. Viviane, working along-side her
modern innovation. This dedication to of the Crown Perfumery. These releases are father Eduardo (Eddie) Camejo, gained in-
quality and artistry continues to define accompanied by narratives that highlight depth insight and experience in the beauty
Clive Christian’s modern collections,” he the brand’s royal connections and historical distribution business.
says. significance. For more information, contact MariVi
The Clive Christian Perfumes are In the U.S. Clive Christian Perfumes Distribucion SRL at info@marivi-corp.com
built around traditional British perfumery are available at select high-end retailers

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