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  • DFS Group Unveals Exclusive Pre-Launch of Bulgari Jewelry Collection in Stores Worldwide

    DFS Group Unveals Exclusive Pre-Launch of Bulgari Jewelry Collection in Stores Worldwide

    DFS Group, the world’s leading luxury travel retailer, is excited to announce the pre-launch of an exclusive BVLGARI-BVLGARI collection by Italian luxury jewelry brand Bulgari, which will be available only at DFS and T Galleria by DFS stores beginning this holiday season until October 2017. The specially created, one-of-a-kind jewelry collection includes necklaces and bracelets with signature double-sided pendants – one side featuring a Carnelian stone and the other side a Mother of Pearl. With the two contrasting sides, the pendants offer travelers a piece they can interchange according to mood, outfit or occasion.

    “We are honored to work with our long-standing partner Bulgari to present our customers with an exclusive set of one of their most iconic jewelry designs,” said Christophe Chaix, Senior Vice President Fashion, Watches, Jewelry and Accessories, DFS Group. “In the coming holiday season, we look forward to exciting our customers with a jewelry set that strongly resonates with their preferences, while elevating their gifting experience with something only DFS can offer.”

    The BVLGARI-BVLGARI collection, an emblematic favorite for over four decades, became the ambassador of Bulgari’s tradition of luxury, quality and the finest Italian design. This particular exclusive rendition of the BVLGARI-BVLGARI collection aims to excite and attract customers seeking a limited edition for the holiday season.

    The Carnelian in red on one side of the pendant symbolizes happiness and joy and is always the most popular color among Chinese shoppers. In Western culture, this color resembles an iconic Christmas color reminiscent of holly berries. On the flipside, the Mother of Pearl, symbolizing purity with a hint of feminine glamour, is one of the four imperial colors classic to the brand that magnifies the ever modern style of the BVLGARI-BVLGARI collection.

    The exclusive BVLGARI-BVLGARI line is now available at all DFS Bulgari boutiques worldwide, except in Abu Dhabi.

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  • DFS Group Cambodia gala opening

    DFS Group Cambodia gala opening

    Luxury travel retailer DFS Group Cambodia has marked the opening of its first store, T Galleria by DFS, Angkor, with a gala event for more than 300 guests.

    DFS T-Galleria Angkor Cambodia

    In the resort town and provincial capital of Siem Reap, near the ancient temple of Angkor Wat, T Galleria by DFS, Angkor is the largest duty-free luxury department store in Cambodia. It offers travelers an integrated retail, hospitality and leisure experience with 170 brands across 86,000 sqft (7989 sqm).

    The opening celebration began with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, after which traditional Cambodian Apsara hostesses led guests through the two-storey store for traditional cultural performances and demonstrations by Cambodian craftsmen.

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    From DFS Group were chairman/CEO Philippe Schaus and co-founder Robert Miller, while special guests included Cambodia’s Senior Minister of Economy and Finance Aun Pornmoniroth and Minister of Tourism Thong Khon.

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    The store features a curated collection of Cambodian artisanal products designed and produced by more than 30 Cambodian artist workshops. At the event, Angkor Artwork, a Siem Reap design studio, demonstrated the art of lacquer work, while Golden Silk, one of the last fully integrated silk producers in the world, wove silk spun from Cambodian silk worms.

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    Traditional Khmer motifs and carvings feature throughout the store, including a nearly 20m art installation suspended above the vaulted atrium.

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    T Galleria by DFS Angkor also ranges more than 130 international brands including watches and jewellery from Bulgari, Cartier and Tiffany & Co and fashion from Bottega Veneta, Burberry, Fendi, Gucci and Saint Laurent. There are also more than 30 beauty and fragrance brands such as Cle de Peau Beaute, Dior, Estee Lauder and Giorgio Armani.

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    The gala event also marked the official opening of the onsite restaurant, the first Crystal Jade outlet in Cambodia, serving traditional Chinese cuisine in a setting overlooking the gardens and reflecting pools outside.

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    The event also provided a platform to officially announce the company’s sponsorship of several non-profit organisations focussed on helping underserved populations in Cambodia. Schaus presented a donation to Kuma Cambodia, which aims to reduce poverty through providing education, healthcare and nutrition to vulnerable youngsters, English and computer courses for teenagers, and workshops and guidance for parents and guardians.

  • Cambodia duty-free store opened by DFS

    Cambodia duty-free store opened by DFS

    Luxury travel retailer DFS Group has opened its first T Galleria by DFS store for Cambodia in the resort town of Siem Reap.

    Near the ancient temple of Angkor Wat, T Galleria by DFS, Angkor is the largest Cambodia duty-free luxury department store, offering an integrated retail, hospitality and leisure experience.

    The store is opening in phases until June, bringing 170 brands to the 86,000 sqft (7990 sqm) space, including fashion and accessories, watches and jewellery, wines and spirits, and beauty and fragrances as well as locally handcrafted artisan products.

    Next to Angkor National Museum and overlooking a park, the new outlet features traditional Khmer motifs and carvings by Cambodian artisans. Stone columns feature panels carved in styles reflecting the nearby temples and palaces of Angkor Wat, intricately patterned wall screens and floor tiles evoke local architecture, and a 20m art installation suspended above the store’s vaulted atrium, was inspired by the hues of Buddhist monks’ robes. More than 200 local sales associates will welcome customers.

    Several firsts for Cambodia duty-free come with the opening of the store, such as watches and jewellery brands Bulgari, Carl F Bucherer and Tiffany & Co and international fashion brands Burberry, Bottega Veneta, Fendi, Gucci, Ralph Lauren, Saint Laurent and Zegna. There are also 12 exclusive beauty and fragrance brands such as Bobbi Brown, Cle de Peau Beaute, Mac and Sulwhasoo.

    Among Cambodian artisans featured are Angkor Artwork, whose master craftsmen Eric and Thierry Stocker produce lacquer and straw marquetry using traditional techniques. There is also Golden Silk, one of the last fully integrated silk producers in the world to use the rare yellow silkworm indigenous to Cambodia, and Samatoa, an eco-friendly accessories brand that has revived the technique of lotus-fibre weaving.

    T Galleria by DFS, Angkor has also teamed up with Artisans d’Angkor, a socially conscious business aimed at revitalising Cambodia’s traditional craftsmanship while pioneering a sustainable working environment. Its exclusive collection of handwoven silks and fine crafts were designed by and will benefit local artisans.

    An onsite restaurant, Crystal Jade, will open in June, the first outlet in Cambodia for the Singapore brand. It will serve traditional Chinese cuisine and dim sum dishes in a casual setting overlooking gardens and reflecting pools.

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  • DFS launches new Spring Galleria campaign

    DFS launches new Spring Galleria campaign

    DFS Group has announced its new Spring 2016 campaign tie up with three international influencers and global travellers to support and celebrate the launch of its new travel #mustpack concept – aimed at equipping travellers with the essentials ‘for wherever your journey takes you’.

    The new campaign features Ethiopian philanthropist and model Liya Kebede, Chinese model Zhao Lei and Chinese actress Chen Ran and is designed to provide DFS’ customers with a photographic inside track on these celebrities’ #mustpack journey choices, using photos and stories from their personal travels.

    DFS says that the campaign will run between March, April and May, allowing its customer to interact with the campaign in-store, online and through its social media channels.

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    How the new T Galleria front window displays look in Hong Kong.

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    A close up of the #mustpack store window display.

    Customers will also be able to connect with each influencer, as well as their travel destinations, plus the selected #mustpack products that will be available for sale at T Galleria by DFS stores

    Commenting on the campaign, John Gerhardt, Senior Vice President, Creative Branding Direction, DFS Group said: “This season we were particularly inspired by those #mustpack items you have to have with you throughout your journey.

    “We wanted to bring that story to life by showcasing Liya, Zhao and Chen’s love of travel through their own personal travel photos, as well their true travel #mustpacks.”

    ‘IMMERSIVE’ DIGITAL EXPERIENCE…

    The retailer says that the new campaign is being shown utilising three videos featuring Liya, Zhao and Chen, plus ‘an immersive digital experience’ at TGalleria.com where customers can discover the videos and travel guides as well as the season’s #mustpack products.

    DFS’ customers in Hong Kong will also be able to meet the influencers, with Zhao Lei set to host a shopping night at T Galleria by DFS, Hong Kong, Canton Road on March 17 and Chen Ren attending the T Galleria Beauty by DFS, Hong Kong at Causeway Bay on April 14.

    The campaign brands feature #mustpack products from 15 of DFS’ most popular brands, including Estée Lauder, Givenchy, Prada, Bulgari, Rémy Martin and others and DFS says this is ‘just a sample’ of the from the 700 brands across its ‘five pillars of luxury’.

    Adding her comments, Sibylle Scherer, DFS Group President Merchandising and Consumer Marketing said: “Our Spring 2016 campaign’s celebration of travel as well those essential items you have to bring with you along the way, truly brings to life everything our customers love about DFS.

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    “From fashion and beauty to watches and wines, our stores are packed with the #mustpack products that complete your journey and we’re thrilled that Liya, Zhao and Chen have joined with us to share that story this season.”

    DFS adds that its store windows now show “x-ray” views into the various suitcases displaying this season’s collection, while in-store customers encounter highlighted #mustpack products at multi-category display tables.

    These are designed to simulate the experience of unveiling products through an airport security x-ray machine.

    DFS concludes that this campaign will also run on social media, with T Galleria by DFS teaming up with various influencers in key DFS locations, such as Gaile Lok in Hong Kong, Halley Elefante in Hawaii and Andrea Chong in Singapore. They will also be giving away the season’s best #mustpack products for dedicated followers of @DFSOfficial.

     

     

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  • China ‘no catastrophe’ says Bulgari CEO

    China ‘no catastrophe’ says Bulgari CEO

    Slowing luxury sales growth in China is “not a catastrophe, it’s a correction” says Bulgari CEO Jean-Christophe Babin.

    In an interview with international business news organisation Bloomberg, during the World Retail Congress in Rome, Babin warns of overstating China’s current slowdown

    A decline in the luxury sector began last year when the Chinese central government announced a clampdown on graft and gift giving and was later exacerbated by a sharp devaluation of the Chinese currency which triggered a slump in share prices.

    But in the interview – watch it here online – Babin points out that the share price declines have only brought world markets back “to what we all considered a good level last year”.

    He said China’s economy is still growing at about 6.8 per cent which produced enough customers to buy Bulgari’s luxury jewellery.

    While not disclosing figures, Babin said Bulgari’s July and August figures were “exactly in line with the first semester”despite the currency and stock market realignments.

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  • Studio City retail tenants revealed

    Studio City retail tenants revealed

    Studio City and Taubman Asia, have revealed the lineup of fashion brands that will open inside The Boulevard at Studio City.

    A mix of fashion-forward labels and internationally-renowned luxury brands include Macau’s first Balmain, Macau’s first Belstaff, and Tom Ford’s largest store in Asia, amongst many others. The selection was assembled by Taubman Asia and Melco Crown Entertainment’s combined team of retail specialists to meet Chinese consumers’ increasing desire to express their individuality through high quality, expertly crafted clothing and accessories. Bespoke and personal services will be offered to ensure our shoppers take center stage.

    Taubman says The Boulevard at Studio City will bring “an unparalleled shopping experience” to Studio City.

    “Unlike any retail offering to be found in Asia, the unique 35,000 sqm ‘immersive’ retail entertainment environment brings shopping to life by ‘transporting’ visitors to high-energy street-scapes and entertaining them at every turn with featured streets and squares inspired by iconic shopping and entertainment locations, including New York’s Times Square and Hollywood’s Beverly Hills,” Taubman said in a statement.

    “At the futuristic Times Square Macau, inside The Boulevard at Studio City, a variety of entertainment from ‘virtual’ musicians to film stars will be shown through holographic projections.

    “Leveraging our global expertise increating extraordinary retail environments, and our exceptional relationships with the world’s leading brands, our talented team in Asia has brought together an exciting mix of brands for The Boulevard at Studio City,” said René Tremblay, president of Taubman Asia.

    “Our merchandising and management services are the industry standard for performance and excellence. We are thrilled to welcome these brands to our latest project and are committed to supporting them for the long term.”

    List of brands:

    Aeronautica Militare
    Balmain
    Bank of China
    Belstaff
    Boss
    Bottega Veneta
    Bulgari
    Cigar Emporium
    Coach
    Cosmos Food Station
    Din Tai Fung
    Dunhill
    Emporio Armani
    Fendi
    Girard-Perregaux
    Givenchy
    Glashutte Original
    Graff
    Gucci
    Hide Yamamoto
    Hublot
    ICBC
    Trattoria Il Mulino
    Image Digital
    IWC Schaffhausen
    Jaeger-LeCoultre
    Jaquet Droz
    kate spade new york
    Kenzo
    Longines
    McCafe
    McDonald’s
    MCM
    Michael Kors
    Montblanc
    Philipp Plein
    Piaget
    Prada
    Rainbow
    Rimowa
    Roberto Cavalli
    Saint Laurent Paris
    Shiki Hot Pot Restaurant
    Starbucks
    Tag Heuer
    T Galleria Beauty by DFS
    Tiffany & Co.
    Tom Ford
    UM
    Vacheron Constantin
    Valentino
    Van Cleef & Arpels
    Versace Collection
    Ermenegildo Zegna
    Zenith

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  • Bulgari Macau’s new generation boutique

    Bulgari Macau’s new generation boutique

    Bulgari Macau’s new luxury boutique at the Galaxy features the new architectural design concept developed by Peter Marion.

    Following the renovation of the Via Condotti flagship in Rome, the new architectural design concept is being rolled out by the LVMH brand in the most prominent locations worldwide, mirroring the brand’s signature architectural elements and expressing its Mediterranean origins and Roman traditions with a classic Italian approach to modernity.

    The Galaxy Macau store, which began trading in July, is thus one of the first in the world to carry the new image.

    Bulgari says the dominant idea is expressed by “a classic geometry open to modern interpretation, in a continuous interplay between innovation and tradition”.

    The 290 sqm space encompasses the brand’s design key elements, such as the three institutional giant windows alternate with three Condotti showcases and the Condotti eight point star, still present in the original historical flagship in Rome Condotti 10.

    The boutique also houses some furniture selected by Peter Marino himself and conceived by the Italian designers who have had link with the Bulgari heritage, such as the product counters by Carlo Scarpa, the sales tables by Franco Albini, or the central Eros marble table by Angelo Mangiarotti.

    The brand touch is also provided throughout the areas transformed into a Bulgari art-gallery: walls are decorated with Vintage most famous endorsements of celebrities who have been truly fan or ambassadors of the brand’s Italian exciting lifestyle.

    The boutique features an exclusive Bridal, Men, Accessories and VIP area, where the most precious creations can be viewed in total privacy.

    Bulgari Galaxy Macau is located at Shop G094 on the ground floor.

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  • Bulgari to open 300th boutique this year

    Bulgari to open 300th boutique this year

    LVMH’s watch and jewellery flagship brand Bulgari is eyeing double digit growth in 2015, despite the lacklustre global luxury market.

    Bulgari expects to surpass 300 boutiques this year, part of a strategy by CEO Jean-Christophe Babin to maintain its position as one of the fastest growing brands in the Louis Vuitton group’s 60-strong stable.

    “We had a very good beginning of the year, so all else remaining equal, we think that we will do better this year than in 2014 with a double-digit growth rate,” said Babin in an interview with Reuters.

    Bulgari ended 2013 with 290 stores globally and expects to end 2015 with as many as 312.

    LVMH does not break down its trading figures by brand, but analysts estimate Bulgari achieves annual sales of between 1.5 billion and 2 billion euros.

    It is ranked third in size behind Cartier and Tiffany.