Little Switzerland, one of the most important luxury retailers in the Caribbean, is expanding its footprint in the region with several new branded boutiques for Breitling and TAG Heuer, as well as a Patek Philippe Showroom in St. Thomas. As the largest authorized retailer of luxury timepieces in the Caribbean, the company recently opened […]
DFS Group will transform 25 of its DFS and T Galleria by DFS stores into a whimsical wonderland of beauty treats this August during its sixth annual First Class Beauty campaign. The luxury travel retailer will bring the best of beauty to traveling customers and feature exclusive products and POS experiences from more than 40 […]
Lancôme has unveiled a new feminine fragrance, Idôle, which Françoise Lehmann, Lancôme Global Brand President, said is created for a new generation of women. American actress, singer, and fashion authority Zendaya Coleman is the face of the new fragrance. The former Disney Channel-star was announced as a Lancôme ambassadress last March. Idôle, a musky chypre […]
The Estée Lauder Companies continues to build on its legacy as a family company founded by a woman, for women, by promoting Sara E. Moss to the newly created role of Vice Chairman. Moss is currently Executive Vice President and General Counsel and will continue in her role until a successor is named at a […]
Natalie’s Candy Jar has opened a new location at Orlando International in the Main Terminal, as it continues to expand its presence at MCO with a refreshed new look. The new store reflects Natalie’s new design that the company says provides a sophisticated, fun atmosphere well-suited for the traveling public, reports Natalie’s Managing Partner, Cielo […]
Luxottica Group and Scuderia Ferrari Watches, designed, manufactured and distributed worldwide by Movado Group, Inc., have partnered with Aer Rianta International to host a traffic-stopping motor sport-themed cross-category promotion at Montréal Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. Through this collaboration, a first for all three parties, The Loop Duty Free store hosted a retailtainment activation coinciding […]
Travel accessories brand Go Travel announces that it has joined the UK-based Travel Retail Consortium. With a primary focus on Travel Retail, Go Travel works with a large number of retail partners in the UK, and its products can be found in thousands of retail stores and most airports across the region. In addition to […]
Body and home cosmetics brand Rituals continues to gain momentum in the U.S. and with the appointment of Miami-based Essence Corp. last year, is also making a big push in travel retail in the Americas. In a meeting with TMI during the Orlando Summit, Rituals Director Travel Retail Neil Ebbutt, said that the brand is now in […]
Shiseido Group opened its new research hub – the Shiseido Global Innovation Centre – in April, in the Minato Mirai 21 area in Yokohama, Japan. GIC, (also referred to as ‘S/PARK’) is expected to further strengthen Shiseido Travel Retail’s pioneering skincare and cosmetic innovations. With the centre’s expert researchers and state-of-the art facilities and equipment, […]
In the 25 years since M·A·C Cosmetics’ introduced its ground-breaking socially active VIVA GLAM lipstick, the company has raised $500 million to fight against HIV/AIDS. Created in 1994, at the height of the HIV epidemic, the founders of M·A·C, Frank Angelo and Frank Toskan, wanted to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people […]
After nearly five years as Vice President, General Manager, Travel Retail Americas, Nathan Moris will assume a new position within The Estée Lauder Companies later this month as Vice President, General Manager, Estée Lauder, AERIN and Origins for Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Moris will also join the EMEA Leadership Team. As Vice President, General […]
Travel accessories company Cabeau, known for its award-winning travel pillows and accessories, has created a revolutionary new smart lock that can track both belongings and people from across the globe. Revealed at a special Cabeau Experience launch event in Los Angeles before the Duty Free & Travel Retail Summit of the Americas, the Cabeau Track […]
International Brand Builders Inc (IBBI) is focusing on innovation this year, bringing new collections to the 2019 Summit and adding new brands to its “affordable luxury” portfolio. Infinity & Co England: Infinity & Co recently partnered with IBBI to expand its distribution in the Americas. The company offers two unique brand lines: I & […]
One of the most intriguing new product categories on the horizon is the range of products in the burgeoning hemp and CBD industries. Hemp and CBD have taken the personal care and wellness world by storm over the past few years, with myriad new product launches across all major industries. The 2018 U.S. Farm Bill […]
Brand Strategy is another fashion company debuting in travel retail at the Summit this year. Helmed by well-known Ellyn Porpora for its duty free business, the company distributes and manages a distinguished portfolio of branded products within specialized channels globally (Booth 700). With a portfolio that includes such brands as Cole Haan, Nautica, Adidas Golf […]
