We launched Lola James Harper in June 2013 at Colette, with a clear offering from day one: “scents, songs, photography & happenings.”

This included a photo exhibit, our photo books on display, 19 original candles accompanied by a CD of our original songs, and a concert at the Colette Water Bar during Vogue Fashion Night Out.

But in reality, this first showcase brought together 10 years of olfactory creations by Rami Mekdachi, who at the time co-created candles and perfumes for Hotel Costes, La Réserve Geneva, Colette, Roger Vivier, Ines de la Fressange, and the Chloé and See by Chloé candle lines, as well as the Lacoste candle activation and more than 15 other luxury and hospitality brands.

Rami was also a photographer for Rock & Folk, Oui FM Rock Radio, and had published in Rolling Stone Magazine and had already released several music albums with independent labels like Chronowax and PIAS.