Cam Newton smells like a powerful viking ship, now you can too
The Story
Last night, Panthers QB1 Cam Newton introduced his new fragrance at Belk in SouthPark: Drakkar Essence. The crowd at Belk went crazy.
The Facts
– Who better than the chiseled Cam-Man and his full-wattage smile to pitch a fragrance described as “woody … (with) spearmint, lavender, and sage … (and a) warm and vibrant base of dry woods, musk, and tonka bean?” Retail price: $48.
-Add another endorsement to the Newton’s extensive lineup, which includes Beats, Gatorade, Under Armour and Carolinas Healthcare. What makes this one different is the social media campaign Drakkar is using to reach Millenials.
– Women’s Wear Daily reports that, according to industry experts, sales estimates for the first year are approximately $9mil.
Quotes
@ted_williams Drakkar is the name of a Viking war ship. it’s all about confidence and power.
— Drakkar Essence (@DrakkarEssence) November 24, 2014
“Does it smell like turf? Because unfortunately this year with that line and his injuries he has been smelling that a lot this year.” — CharlotteObserver.com commenter.
c5’s Take
First, we don’t know a lot of dudes who wear cologne, but maybe we hang with the wrong types. Second, we love that Drakkar is a viking war ship. Of course. Viking + tonka beans + musk + perfumer Michel Girard = watch out ladies.
Photo: David T. Foster, III / Charlotte Observer
Checkout these other photos from the launch event at Belk in Southpark.
Cam walks out to the crowd:
Free trial bottle we received!
Cam at the table signing bottles of Drakkar Essence:
This story was originally published November 25, 2014 at 6:30 AM with the headline "Cam Newton smells like a powerful viking ship, now you can too."