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  • DFS Group Kicks Off Its Seasonal Gifting Campaign

    DFS Group Kicks Off Its Seasonal Gifting Campaign

    DFS Group kicked off its Give Joy Together seasonal gifting campaign in
    style with the Art of Personalization shopping experience, which was held on November 11 at T Galleria by
    DFS, City of Dreams, Macau. The world’s leading luxury travel retailer sshowcased a bespoke approach to gift
    giving through craftsmanship and customization, simultaneously drawing attention to the wide range of exclusive
    luxury items available at the store.

    Global retail influencers Bag Snob and Mr. Bags and world-famous contemporary pop artist Boyarde joined
    senior DFS executives including Sibylle Scherer, President Merchandising and Consumer Marketing, Christophe
    Chaix, Senior Vice President, Fashion, Watches, Jewelry and Accessories, Nelson Mui, Vice President of Global
    Fashion Merchandising and Trends, and Johan Pretorius, Managing Director, Cotai Limitada, DFS at the event.

    “The Art of Personalization demonstrated how bespoke craftsmanship can transform luxury handbags and
    accessories into highly desirable one-of-a-kind gifts, and we were delighted that Bag Snob, Mr. Bags and
    Boyarde were able to join us,” said Nelson Mui. “Their collective talent and knowledge of the luxury retail
    market is vast and we were honored that they were a part of this exciting event.”

    Each celebrity presented a curated selection of pieces as gift inspiration for the holiday season. Bag Snob,
    passionate bag lover and founder of BagSnob.com, highlighted her top choices for seasonal gifts that included a
    DFS exclusive Bulgari bag and watch, a Tiffany & Co Key necklace, exclusive Tod’s shoes and an exclusive
    wallet on chain by Valentino. Style guru Mr. Bags, who has more than three million followers on Chinese
    microblogging site Weibo, promoted eight of his favorite products from the many brands available at the store.

    These included a Tiffany & Co Key necklace, bags by Dolce & Gabbana, Burberry and Bulgari, shoes by Rupert
    Sanderson, Bing Xu and Tod’s, and whisky by Johnnie Walker. Pop artist Boyarde, whose playful designs are
    highly sought after around the world, conducted mini workshops and conducted live paintings. The British artist
    also presented a selection of exclusively designed and hand painted bag straps and charms for her customers.

    Bag Snob gave her tips on how best to spend 24 hours in Macau, while VIP guests had the opportunity to offer
    their own thoughts on personalization. The visiting influencers also highlighted the customization services
    available in store at the Make it Yours counter throughout the holiday season, such as tag embossing, bottle
    engraving and personalized gift wrap creation.

    A silent auction to raise money for Make-A-Wish, the world’s largest wish-granting organization, was run
    throughout the event, reminding guests that gifting is also about giving to others less fortunate. Bidders vied for a
    fabulous leather jacket donated by AllSaints and handbags chosen by Mr. Bags and Bag Snob, all personalized
    with Boyarde’s iconic and eye-catching designs. This is the fourth successive year that DFS has partnered with
    the foundation, which has made dreams come true for over 415,000 children around the world who suffer from
    life-threatening medical conditions.

    The evening culminated in a party featuring two spectacular balloon drops. Any guest catching a glitter-filled
    balloon stood the chance to win amazing prizes, whilst shoppers who spent over MOP1000 enjoyed MOP200 off
    their purchase.

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  • Wines and spirits contribution to LVMH luxury business

    Wines and spirits contribution to LVMH luxury business

    It has been a bubbly nine months for the LVMH luxury business – with the exception of its wines and spirits division, which was hampered by supply constraints.

    Revenue grew by 14 per cent for the period to reach €30.1 billion (US$35.4 billion).

    With organic revenue growth of 12 per cent, the third quarter continues the trend for the year, says the group. The revenue increase was despite a negative currency impact of 5 per cent and a positive structural impact of 7 per cent, reflecting the integration of Christian Dior Couture.

    All business groups recorded double-digit organic growth, with the exception of wines and spirits where growth was 8 per cent. Champagne volumes were up 4 per cent, with particularly strong demand in Europe and Japan. Hennessy cognac had a volume increase of 9 per cent despite a third-quarter decline related to limited supply.

    LVMH’s selective retailing business group had organic revenue growth of 12 per cent. Online sales grew at a steady pace, and DFS had sustained growth, particularly in Hong Kong and Macau. The T Galleria store in Cambodia has also developed well, says the group.

    Organic growth of 14 per cent was recorded by the fashion and leather goods business group. It attributes this to innovation, such as the launch of Louis Vuitton’s first smartwatch.

    “The qualitative development of the distribution network continues, as illustrated by the opening of the Maison Louis Vuitton Vendome in Paris, which brings together under one roof all the savoir-faire of the maison,” says the group.

    Highlights during the period included Fendi opening stores in the US and Rimowa being consolidated. Donna Karan was sold at the end of last year.

    There was also 14 per organic growth in perfumes and cosmetics. Perfumes benefitted from the launch of the eau de parfum Miss Dior. Guerlain rolled out Mon Guerlain fragrance internationally, and Fenty Beauty by Rihanna had an “exceptional” start.

    Watches and jewellery had 13 per cent organic revenue growth, with Bulgari achieving “a remarkable performance” with the rapid growth of its signature jewellery collections Serpenti, Diva and B.Zero1.

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  • Ookonn landing with special luggage at DFS

    Ookonn landing with special luggage at DFS

    Luxury travel retailer DFS Group is collaborating with Hong Kong luggage brand Ookonn to launch a dedicated pop-up store at T Galleria by DFS, Canton Road.

    The pop-up, to open next week, will showcase Ookonn’s signature patented round rolling luggage. It will also offer personalisation services, such as patterns that can be applied across an item’s body and handles as well as luggage covers. There are also monograms.

    It is the first on-ground store for the e-commerce company.

    “T Galleria by DFS provides a perfect setting to showcase our vision and values,” says co-founder/CEO/creative director Anson Shum.

    To mark the occasion, Ookonn has designed an exclusive luggage edition for DFS with a whimsical red and blue pattern.

    DFS will host a customer event on October 6 to introduce the pop-up and the DFS-exclusive print. There will also be demonstrations by Ookonn’s artist from Paris. An interactive artist will take over the store windows to entice people to explore the pop-up on the fashion floor. Stylist/former Voguefashion editor Grace Lam will join guests as they consult a tarot-card reader about their next travel destination.

  • Michael Kors exclusive goes high-tech at DFS

    Michael Kors exclusive goes high-tech at DFS

    Luxury travel retailer DFS Group is launching a Michael Kors exclusive collection for its DFS and T Galleria by DFS stores.

    Going on sale on Friday, the Michael Kors x DFS collection draws its inspiration from the jetset lifestyle and New York’s urban jungle, says the retailer. It features 14 women’s and men’s styles including ready-to-wear, accessories, sunglasses and watches.

    The campaign for the capsule collection, the second Michael Kors has launched with DFS, is headed by Chinese actress Yang Mi. The collection features an exclusive Mercer bag, the Sloan Editor Medium Chain Shoulder Bag, the Kent Backpack and a Packable Puffer Jacket. To mark the launch, DFS and Michael Kors have designed a pioneering augmented- and virtual-reality in-store experience that offers customers the experience of jetsetting into DFS locations to discover adventures inspired by the collection, which is available at six stores across Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore and Hawaii.

    During this “journey” guests can compete in two VR games to hunt for the collection in a pink jungle, and also go in the draw for a trip to New York City. They can also capture the experience to share on social media.

    The Michael Kors x DFS collection will be available in 22 DFS and T Galleria stores across 13 countries.

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  • DFS Group Unveils New Duty-Free Stores at Singapore Cruise Centre

    DFS Group Unveils New Duty-Free Stores at Singapore Cruise Centre

    DFS Group, the world’s leading luxury travel retailer, today unveiled its updated duty-free stores at Singapore Cruise Centre (SCC). Since being awarded SCC’s first ever master duty-free and general merchandise concession in December 2016, DFS has created a retail environment inspired by the local landscape that delivers DFS’ signature luxurious shopping experience.

    For the first time, SCC consolidated a number of its existing duty-free concessions across six categories including wines, spirits and tobacco, beauty and confectionary into a single contract. The stores, which are located at SCC’s Tanah Merah and HarbourFront terminals span seven outlets and are accessible to travelers arriving and departing from Singapore by ferry or cruise ship.

    “It has been an honor working with SCC for the past two decades and we are delighted to be continuing our partnership for the next five years,” said Wilcy Wong, DFS Group Managing Director, Singapore and Indonesia. “At DFS we focus on offering a premium retail experience where travelers are given a one-stop, seamless shopping experience. We are excited to grow our relationship with SCC and look forward to providing a broader retail experience to travelers at the ferry terminals.”

    DFS, Singapore Cruise Centre is home to over 150 brands and offers an assortment of retail products from alcohol, tobacco, cosmetics, fashion to travel accessories. The extensive range also includes many exclusive items in wines and spirits, available for purchase only at DFS. The retail experience and offering also grants travelers an opportunity to purchase all essential travel items before embarking on their outward journey.

    A gateway to the neighboring Indonesian Riau Islands, DFS, Singapore Cruise Centre is modern and fresh, incorporating nautical elements that reflect the nearby island destinations. Both Batam and Bintan are popular destinations from Singapore. The main retail space at both the arrival and departure areas has been expanded to 6,000 sq ft. to accommodate over 6.3 million ferry passengers and 560,000 cruise passengers annually.

    “The opening of the new DFS stores at SCC marks a strong relationship between DFS and SCC. Passengers at our terminals are now able to experience an array of retail offerings with more store space, new retail concepts, as well as new brands, which hand in hand work to elevate the overall shopping experience,” said Christina Siaw, CEO of SCC.

    The DFS HarbourFront departure store is also home to an exclusive Whiskey Bar and Cocktail Bar, where guests can sample from a range of whiskies or indulge themselves in specialty cocktails made from fresh ingredients by DFS’ in-house bartenders. Created in collaboration with The Whiskey House at DFS’ Terminal 2 Duplex at Singapore Changi Airport, the Whiskey Bar is an extension of DFS’ interactive approach to spirits, educating and engaging customers through guided tastings so they can find their perfect match when making a purchase.

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  • T Galleria By DFS, City of Dreams Kicks Off Fall With Curated Collection

    T Galleria By DFS, City of Dreams Kicks Off Fall With Curated Collection

    T Galleria by DFS, City of Dreams kicked off the Fall 2017 season with an evening of fashion and fun on July 15, co-hosted by some of the

    fashion world’s best-known international stylists. Celebrity stylist and fashion blogger Tina Leung, Men’s Uno Hong Kong style director Declan Chan, and fashion stylist and blogger Faye Tsui curated their top picks for the season, showcasing the Fall trends and must-have items from across T Galleria by DFS’ collection of more than 40 fashion and accessories brands.

    Hosted within T Galleria by DFS, City of Dreams’ expansive 30,000 square foot shoe hall, guests including socialites, influencers and DFS LOYAL T members, explored a bevy of games and activations reflecting the curated collections and Fall seasonal trends. At Declan Chan’s Garden Party, inspired by the classic English garden, guests enjoyed a giant game of dice, while sipping bespoke cocktails from Johnnie Walker and perusing Declan’s selections from Aquazurra, Burberry, Chloe, Dolce & Gabbana and La Perla.

    Just steps away, Club CUBIC’s own DJ Copan Kasten spun the latest hits at Tina Leung’s Music Room. Known as the “Fashion Queen of Asia”, Tina showcased her favorite pieces for dancing the night away from Alexander McQueen, Jimmy Choo, Rene Caovilla and Sophia Webster. Adding an extra element of discovery, guests entered the Music Room through the “Boom Boom Room,” an interactive video booth where they could dance and pose for their best Boomerang shot.

    To help beat the heat in the last days of Summer, guests headed to Faye Tsui’s Pool Party where they competed in a carnival-style duck pond game for a chance to win exclusive prizes. Faye’s curated collection of sandals, swimsuits and accessories from Kate Spade, Marc Jacobs and Tory Burch are the perfect picks for a day at the pool.

    The evening continued with a unique culinary experience crafted by Chef Fabrice Vulin, the celebrity chef behind City of Dreams’ two-Michelin-starred The Tasting Room. From the world’s finest caviar to the world exclusive beef from Alexandre Polmard which The Tasting Room is the only restaurant in Asia to offer, guests enjoyed a sophisticated and extraordinary gastronomic journey.

    The night then wrapped with the after party at Club CUBIC featuring a spectacular performance by Cirque le Soir.

    Spanning two floors and nestled in the heart of Asia’s leading integrated resort City of Dreams, T Galleria by DFS’ shoe salon features over 50 men’s and women’s shoe brands and is the largest shoe salon in Hong Kong and Macau, offering shoppers exclusive-to-Macau brands such as Aquazzura, Bing Xu, Church’s, Corthay and Rupert Sanderson. Highlights include a dedicated sneaker wall featuring popular brands such as Adidas Originals, Alexander McQueen, Giuseppe Zanotti and Valentino as well as the Louvre Café, where shoppers can relax and enjoy enticing selection of pastries, cakes and bistro favorites inspired by the tranquil, lusciousEuropean garden courtyards.

    From now until July 31, DFS LOYAL T members have a chance to earn 2X LOYAL T points on purchases in Fashion and Accessories and Watches and Jewelry at T Galleria by DFS, City of Dreams. Shoppers who sign up for City of Dreams’ City Club membership also have a chance to win a 365-day unlimited flight pass, among many other prizes and promotions*, as part of the resort’s “Travel Without Limits” campaign.

    July also marks the launch of T Galleria by DFS’ Let’s Travel Together campaign. Following DFS’ crew of global adventurers as they explore the most exciting places in the world, July’s episodes feature travel writer Maoli (猫力) as she discovers Auckland, New Zealand, and chef Marcus Samuelsson as he visits Siem Reap, Cambodia. Each month, T Galleria by DFS will unveil new episodes letting fans of @DFSOfficial get inspired for their next getaway.

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  • DFS, Estée Lauder launch beauty tutorial-inspired WeChat campaign

    DFS, Estée Lauder launch beauty tutorial-inspired WeChat campaign

    LVMH-owned travel retailer DFS has teamed up with Estée Lauder to transform fans into influencers with an omnichannel initiative, the #BeautyAllNight campaign, which brings together in-store activations with digital touchpoints via Chinese messaging platform WeChat. Beauty marketers have embraced technology-enabled efforts to enhance traditional counter trials and experiences with great success.

    DFS and Estée Lauder were inspired by the popularity of online beauty tutorials. To bring the concept in-store DFS is leveraging the abilities of its WeChat to enhance consumer interaction with the #BeautyAllNight concept.

    The campaign follows three travelers visiting New York, Venice, Italy, and Hong Kong. The friends are shown unpacking, applying travel beauty essentials, and snapping selfies to share on social media. As a travel-based retailer, it is important for DFS to keep this authentic connection because consumers often come across its storefronts in airport terminals.

    In a digital beauty first, according to the brands, #BeautyAllNight uses WeChat’s facial recognition technology to apply a “staying in” or “going out” Estée Lauder beauty look on users’ faces. Once a look is selected, she can pick Estée Lauder products to virtually try on. Consumers can choose from the DFS-exclusive Love of Night set or Pure Color Love lipsticks. The completed virtual try-on selfie can be shared on WeChat Moments.

    “Today’s beauty shopper wants to see, test and share her next beauty look before even stepping into the store to purchase,” said Ariel Gentzbourger, senior vice president of beauty, fragrances and wellbeing at DFS, in a statement. “She crowdsources everything, from where she should stop to what are the must-have products, often trusting peer-to-peer recommendations above all else.

    “We’re proud to partner with Estée Lauder to harness the power of the social network and deliver this beauty digital first on WeChat with our #BeautyAllNight campaign,” she said. “We’re confident that through this innovative online approach we’ll drive awareness and engagement of these beauty essentials in-store with the growing millennial segment.”

    Aside from its digital efforts, DFS locations will hold dedicated #BeautyAllNight pop-ups at T Galleria by DFS locations in Hong Kong, Hawaii and Macau. Campaign activations will also be found at T Fondaco dei Tedeschi by DFS in Venice, Italy and DFS in Los Angeles.

    Estée Lauder’s exclusive Love of Night set, featuring its most popular skincare products from the Advanced Night Repair line, will be available at a 30 percent discount for the extent of the month-long campaign at DFS.

  • LVMH sales soar as shoppers return to luxury

    LVMH sales soar as shoppers return to luxury

    LVMH sales surged 15 per cent in the latest quarter to €9.88 billion (US$10.477 billion).

    That was nearly €400 million more than analysts had been expecting, with the result driven across all of the luxury group’s business units.

    Fashion and leather goods, which account for more than half the company’s turnover, rose 15 per cent during the quarter. That compares with static growth the same quarter last year. Fendi and Louis Vuitton were singled out by analysts as strong performers, with Celine, Kenzo, Loewe and Berluti also showing progress.

    LVMH’s leather and fashion brands also include Dior, Emilio Pucci, Fendi, Givenchy, Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs, Moynat, Rimowa and Thomas Pink.

    ‘Selective retailing’,  the group’s second-largest division, had been dragged down by DFS in prior quarters, offsetting a strong performance by Sephora cosmetics chain, observed Deborah Aitken, an analyst with Bloomberg Intelligence. But the latest quarter it showed improvement of 11 per cent. Sephora continued to gain market share globally and recorded double-digit revenue and profit growth for the quarter.

    “This could be an important turnaround,” said Aitken.

    Liquor – including brands such as Cape Mentelle, Chandon, Cloudy Bay, Dom Pérignon, Glenmorangie, Hennessy, Krug, Moët & Chandon and Veuve Clicquot – was the second best performing sector, up 13 per cent organically. Hennessy was a star performer.

    Sales of watches and jewellery also rebounded, rising 11 per cent. Bulgari continued to gain market share and Tag Heuer successfully launched its new Connected Modular 45 watch.

    And the perfume and cosmetics business grew sales by 12 per cent.

    Fung Global Retail observed that Parfums Christian Dior reported good growth and Guerlain launched a new women’s fragrance called Mon Guerlain during the quarter. Parfums Givenchy benefited from the success of lipstick lines, which saw rapid development in Asia. In addition, the Kat Von D brand launched exclusively in January 2017 at Sephora in France.

    Managing expectations

    While the company was clearly pleased with its results it did warn shareholders to keep their expectations modest, pointing out the growth had come against a 2016 quarter when the industry was struggling with Paris terror attacks. It said such levels of growth should not be expected for the full year.

    LVMH shares rose to a record in Paris after the results were announced.

    The LVMH figures will set the standard for a raft of luxury retail earnings due to be released in the coming days. Prada reports results today and Kering, parent of Gucci, on April 25.

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  • DFS and Changi celebrate the sixth Singapore MOWS event

    DFS and Changi celebrate the sixth Singapore MOWS event

    DFS Group and the Changi Airport Group celebrated the sixth annual Masters of Wines and Spirits event (MOWS) in Singapore last Saturday (25 March) with a collection of more than 60 Cognac expressions, plus wines and whiskies from more than 50 houses.

    This culminated in ’a spectacular gala event’ on Singapore’s famous Tras Street, with the specially selected collection now set to be exhibited in store and available for sale at DFS, Singapore Changi Airport’s Wines and Spirits Duplexes at Terminal 2 and 3.

    DFS management toast to the sixth annual Masters of Wines and Spirits
    DFS management makes a toast to the sixth annual Masters of Wines and Spirits event.

    DFS said that this year’s event also featured hands-on master classes and educational tastings for select VIP guests.

    MULTIPLE ACTIVITIES AND EXPERIENCES

    At the Dalmore house, Master Blender Richard Patterson also hosted a bespoke tasting to showcase The Dalmore’s ‘rich heritage and artistry’. At the same time, Frederic Dezauzier, CAMUS’ Global Brand Ambassador introduced guests to the smallest and rarest cru in the Cognac region, Borderies.

    This took the form of ‘a unique tasting experience’, featuring a selection of CAMUS Borderies Single-Cru Cognacs, including a Borderies Vintage and an exclusive Borderies blend that has never been released. Château Margaux’s Regional Ambassador Thibault Pontallier also conducted a vertical tasting across decades of the brand’s history.

    Thibault Pontallier, Asia Brand Ambassador Château Margaux, walked VIP guests through a vertical tasting across decades of Château Margaux's storied history
    Thibault Pontallier, Asia Brand Ambassador at Château Margaux (centre left, red tie), took various VIP guests through a vertical tasting across decades of Château Margaux’s long history.

    Guests were also able to meet various whisky brand ambassadors at DFS’ very own The Whiskey House – an exclusive and interactive whisky retail concept available to travellers at DFS, Singapore Changi Airport.

    This was moderated by DFS Group’s Director of Spirits, Frederik Vanden Bulcke and it included interactive discussion and tasting guidance with Brendan McCarron of Glenmorangie, Brian Kinsman of Glenfiddich, David Stewart of The Balvenie and Mike Miyamoto of Hibiki – all sharing their thoughts on heritage and innovation in the whisky industry.

    Commenting, Brooke Supernaw, DFS Group’s Senior Vice President Wines, Spirits, Tobacco, Food and Gifts said: “Returning to our traditional gala format, this year’s Masters of Wines and Spirits created an intimate and curated experience, tailored for our customers.

    Each piece in the collection was selected with our customers in mind, bringing together a spectacular array of the world’s finest and rarest wines and spirits right in the heart of historic Singapore.”

    CHANGI AIRPORT GROUP IS A KEY PARTNER

    As reported, the Masters of Wines and Spirits curated collection will be available for travellers and shoppers at DFS, Singapore Changi Airport’s Wines and Spirits Duplexes at Terminals 2 and 3 – following last Saturday’s gala event.

    DFS concluded that the 2017 collection included 27 Cognacs and whiskies and more than 25 vintage wines and Champagne offerings – many exclusive to DFS. As featured earlier this month, the retailer said that the highlights of the collection included the following: Bruichladdich Special Release; CAMUS 65 Year Old; Château Mouton Rothschild 18 Vintages Vertical; Château Lafite Rothschild 1982 Vintage Imperiale; Château Margaux Pyramid Set of 1990 Vintage; Dom Pérignon Malle P2; Glenmorangie Pride 1974; Hibiki Arita-yaki 2016, Kutani-yaki 2016; Martell Grand Champagne 1920; Masi Amarone Vertical Set with Watch; Penfolds Bin 707 Boeing 6L; Louis XIII Le Mathusalem; The Dalmore Richard Paterson 50 Year Old; and The Macallan Fine & Rare Treasury Collection.

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  • DFS To Host Sixth Edition of the Prestigious Masters of Wines and Spirits in Singapore

    DFS To Host Sixth Edition of the Prestigious Masters of Wines and Spirits in Singapore

    This March, DFS Group (DFS), the world’s leading luxury travel retailer, in partnership with Changi Airport Group, will host its sixth annual Masters of Wines and Spirits in Singapore. The most celebrated event of its kind in the industry, Masters of Wines and Spirits showcases DFS’ global travel retail leadership, innovation and unique ability to assemble bespoke collections of wines, spirits and their leading producers, as well as the expertise of its own in-house specialists.

    “We are thrilled to return to Singapore for our sixth Masters of Wines and Spirits this March and deliver another exceptional collection of the world’s finest and rarest wines and spirits,” said Philippe Schaus, DFS Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “This year’s exclusive collection has been globally sourced and carefully curated by our expert merchants at DFS to inspire and excite both novice and seasoned collectors. At the core of this portfolio lies an unwavering passion for the intricate composition of a bottle and for the unforgettable moments each offering is sure to create.”

    More than 60 of the finest Cognacs, wines and whiskies from over 50 legendary houses will be unveiled during the Masters of Wines and Spirits private event, to be held at selected shophouse venues along Singapore’s historic Tras Street on Saturday, March 25, 2017. As well as being the first to view the collection, VIP guests will be given the opportunity to interact with brand ambassadors while delving into the creation of each bottle in a master class format which will take them around the world in a virtual experience.

    “The collection captures the heritage and craftsmanship of our selected brands, and is a true reflection of DFS’ long-standing relationships with these exceptional houses. Masters of Wines and Spirits provides access to prominent producers and their in-depth knowledge, and of course their limited edition products, many of which are extremely rare or one-of-a-kind exclusives to DFS that represent the ultimate expressions in Cognacs, wines and whiskies,” added Brooke Supernaw, Senior Vice President Spirits, Wines and Tobacco, DFS Group.

    Master Class Event

    The Masters of Wines and Spirits event will feature four exceptional master classes to inspire and enrich the experience for guests. In honor of his 50th year in the whisky industry, Richard Paterson, Master Blender of The Dalmore will host a bespoke tasting showcasing The Dalmore’s rich heritage and artistry. Frederic Dezauzier, Global Brand Ambassador of CAMUS, will introduce guests to the smallest and rarest cru in the Cognac region: Borderies, providing a unique tasting experience featuring a selection of CAMUS Borderies Single-Cru Cognacs, including a Borderies Vintage and an exclusive Borderies blend that has never been released. Then, travel through time with Thibault Pontallier, Château Margaux Asia Ambassador, who will conduct a vertical tasting across decades of Château Margaux, including the 1990 vintage of Château Margaux.

    The fourth Master Class will be a Whisky Panel by The Whiskey House, entitled Innovations of Today Shaping the Heritage of Tomorrow. The theme of heritage in the world of whiskies will be discussed with Brian Kinsman, Malt Master at Glenfiddich, David Charles Stewart, Malt Master at The Balvenie, Mike Miyamoto, Global Brand Ambassador for Hibiki, and Brendan McCarron, Head of Maturing Whisky Stocks at Glenmorangie. This will be moderated by DFS’ own Director of Spirits, Frederik Vanden Bulcke.

    The Collection

    Twenty-seven Cognacs and whiskies include the LOUIS XIII Le Mathusalem, which showcases the world’s first 6L crystal decanter for cognac, CAMUS Rarissimes 65 YO, an exclusive blend for DFS that is composed from the finest eaux-de-vie, Martell Grand Champagne 1920, a very rare first time release since The House of Martell was founded in 1715.

    Making its official debut outside Japan for the first time is the Hibiki 35 YO Arita-Yako and Kutani-Yaki limited editions, a blend of carefully selected malt whiskies aged from 35 to 54 years, and grain whiskies aged over 35 years. From the world of Scotch Single Malts, the Bruichladdich Special Release showcases some of the brand’s oldest and finest whiskies, Glenfiddich Rare Collection 1972, a sublime and precious 44-year old malt (hand-picked for DFS’ Masters of Wines and Spirits), Glenmorangie Pride 1974, Glenmorangie’s rarest, oldest and deepest whisky, carefully selected from the oldest whisky stocks, The Dalmore 50 YO, a commemorative bottling uniquely finished in Champagne casks, and The Macallan Fine & Rare Treasury Collection, a rare collection of  30 vintages in a bespoke cabinet created exclusively for DFS.

    Over 25 prestige wines and Champagnes are showcased in this year’s collection. Amongst these are outstanding bottles from the Champagne and Bordeaux region such as the Pyramid of Château Margaux 1990 Vintage, a collection of four bottles from the year’s vintage earning the coveted 100 points score from Robert Parker. Recently released from the Château cellar in 2016, the Château Lafite Rothschild 1982 Vintage Imperiale is a unique wine offering with an extraordinary nose of caramelized herbs, smoke and cedar, available in a 6L format. Château Mouton Rothschild 18 Vintages includes extraordinary vintages from 1994 to 2012. Only three series were produced exclusively for Masters of Wines and Spirits, and they are specially packed in individual one bottle cases. Dom Pérignon Malle P2 offers the full history of the Sécond Plénitude of Dom Pérignon – the ultimate collection of the ultimate Champagne. With two bottles from each of the 10 vintages, the buyer will also receive an invitation to a private tour of Hautvillers in Champagne, where Maison Dom Pérignon is located.

    Available for the first time for sale by a retailer, Masi 5 Vintages of Amarone Costasera is a presentation case of five vintages of Costasera Amarone Classico, Masi’s flagship wine, along with a beautifully designed timepiece made with 100-year old wood once used for maturing Costasera wine. Penfolds 2012 Bin 707 Cabernet Sauvignon Imperial brings an opportunity for oenophiles and aviation enthusiasts to own 10 limited edition bottles released to commemorate Boeing’s 100th year.

    Following the Masters of Wines and Spirits gala event on March 25, the Masters of Wines and Spirits curated collection will be available for travelers and shoppers at DFS, Singapore Changi Airport’s Wines and Spirits Duplexes at Terminals 2 and 3.

    DFS Masters of Wines and Spirits is part of the DFS Masters Series, a signature program of exhibitions that also includes the highly-anticipated Masters of Time set to take place in Macau this December. The Masters Series is a showcase of the pinnacle of DFS’ leadership and innovation in curating and creating exceptional experiences across its five pillars of luxury: Wines and Spirits, Beauty and Fragrances, Watches and Jewelry, Fashion and Accessories, and Food and Gifts.

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  • T Galleria By DFS Celebrates Our Love of Travel With Exclusive Collection

    T Galleria By DFS Celebrates Our Love of Travel With Exclusive Collection

    T Galleria by DFS, the world’s leading luxury travel retailer, is proud to announce the launch of “From Venice with Love”, an exclusive collection of over 50 covetable products celebrating the most romantic city in the world, Venice, and our love of travel. Inspired by the colors of Italy and the opening of T Fondaco dei Tedeschi in Venice, DFS partnered with over 30 brands across the retailer’s five pillars of luxury to create the exclusive collection available in T Galleria and DFS stores worldwide beginning March 1. From the best of Italian fashion to fragrance to food, the collection features a range of international and Italian designers with standout pieces from Armani, Aquazzura, Gucci, Longines, Salvatore Ferragamo and Valentino.

    “For centuries, Venice has inspired generations of craftsmen with its heritage of luxury. With the opening of our first European location at T Fondaco dei Tedeschi in Venice, we wanted to create a collection that epitomizes a sense of place and captures the essence of Italy for travelers visiting DFS locations all over the world,” said Sibylle Scherer, President Merchandising and Consumer Marketing, DFS Group.

    Located on the Grand Canal, a few steps away from the famous Rialto Bridge and within walking distance from St. Mark’s Square, T Fondaco dei Tedeschi occupies one of the city’s most venerated buildings, the 800-year old Fondaco dei Tedeschi, which began its life as a place of exchange for northern merchants and was used for centuries to trade spices, silk and other goods between the Orient and Europe. Renowned for its curated collection of over 200 brands, the Alajmo family’s latest restaurant AMO and an Events Pavilion dedicated to showcasing Venice’s arts and culture, T Fondaco dei Tedeschi is a destination unto itself, encapsulating the spirit of Venice within its ancient walls.
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    The launch of “From Venice with Love” corresponds with the debut of T Galleria’s Spring 2017 campaign – “Love of Travel” which follows British model Alex Libby and Hong Kong fashion blogger Cindy Ko as they embark on a journey of discovery through the maze of Venice’s streets and canals, all captured by British documentary photographer Tom Craig.

    “This season we were inspired by travel and the way a place or experience shapes and changes you. Alex and Cindy bring that journey to life as they share their adventure of exploration, uncovering Venice’s beauty, art, architecture, music and people. Through Tom’s lens, we created a visual love affair with Venice, sharing with our customers that joy of discovering something for the first time and providing a new take on the Floating City,” said John Gerhardt, Senior Vice President Creative Branding Direction, DFS Group.

    Throughout March, April and May, customers can immerse themselves in the campaign across DFS’ 17 airport and 18 downtown T Galleria stores as well as online and on DFS’ social media channels. Visitors to DFS.com will encounter a dedicated microsite that utilizes 360-degree video to transport viewers to hotspots around Venice, including the Peggy Guggenheim Museum, Harry’s Bar and T Fondaco dei Tedeschi. In stores, shoppers will discover window displays and photo opportunities that serve as jumping off points to their next journey as well as art installations and in store activations that bring the spirit of Venice to life.

    All T Galleria and DFS stores will have dedicated pop-up spaces to showcase the “From Venice with Love” collection, allowing travelers to take home a piece of Italy no matter which DFS location they visit.

    “Ultimately, both our campaign and collection speak to a value at the core of the DFS experience – that thrill of discovery and passion for travel,” added Scherer. “We’re confident travelers will love joining us for this new and exciting journey as they continue to make memories with DFS.”

    Discover the exclusive “From Venice with Love” collection of great gifts and covetable pieces starting March 1 at T Galleria and DFS stores worldwide.

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  • DFS Group completes City of Dreams store

    DFS Group completes City of Dreams store

    Luxury travel retailer DFS Group has unveiled the final phase of T Galleria by DFS, City of Dreams store in Macau following a year-long expansion.

    DFS Group chairman/CEO Philippe Schaus says the the store offers travellers the breadth of a luxury shopping mall with the personalised service of a high-end department store.

    An expanded jewelry offering was also unveiled in December, bringing key luxury jewelry brands Tiffany & Co. and Van Cleef & Arpels to T Galleria by DFS, City of Dreams as well as new watches boutiques from Audemars Piguet and Vacheron Const
    An expanded jewelry offering was also unveiled in December, bringing key luxury jewelry brands Tiffany & Co. and Van Cleef & Arpels to T Galleria by DFS, City of Dreams as well as new watches boutiques from Audemars Piguet and Vacheron Constantin

    Opening in 2009, T Galleria by DFS, City of Dreams expanded throughout last year to more than three times its original size. Stretching across 173,000 sqft (16072 sqm), the expanded store includes the group’s debut shoe hall. The largest shoe floor in Hong Kong and Macau, it features more than 50 men’s and women’s shoe brands across two levels, including exclusive-to-Macau brands such as Aquazzura and Rupert Sanderson.

    Men can also enjoy a dedicated multi-branded, lifestyle area that mixes ready-to-wear, accessories, shoes, watches and grooming all in one space to allow shoppers to complete a head-to-toe look with ease
    Men can also enjoy a dedicated multi-branded, lifestyle area that mixes ready-to-wear, accessories, shoes, watches and grooming all in one space to allow shoppers to complete a head-to-toe look with ease

     

    There are more than 40 fashion and accessories brands in the outlet, including Dior, Fendi, Louis Vuitton, Miu Miu and Prada. The expanded beauty offering comprises two wings across 23,000 sqft and nearly 70 beauty and fragrance brands, making it the largest beauty hall in southern China. Highlights include Korean brands Hera, Laneige and Sulwhasoo.

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    For men there is a multi-branded lifestyle area that mixes ready-to-wear, accessories, shoes, watches and grooming in one space.

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    An expanded jewellery offering was unveiled in December, bringing in such brands as Tiffany & Co and Van Cleef & Arpels. There are also new watch boutiques from Audemars Piguet and Vacheron Constantin.

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    T Galleria by DFS, City of Dreams is one of four T Galleria stores in Macau, including T Galleria by DFS, Shoppes at Four Seasons; T Galleria by DFS, Studio City; and the standalone beauty hall T Galleria Beauty by DFS, Galaxy Macau.

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  • Luxottica and DFS host exclusive launch of new Prada Cinéma sunglasses range

    Luxottica and DFS host exclusive launch of new Prada Cinéma sunglasses range

    Luxottica Global Channels, part of Luxottica Group, and DFS Group, the world’s leading luxury travel retailer, have joined forces in a worldwide exclusive launch of the new Prada Cinéma sunglasses collection.

    The limited-edition range has been available only at selected DFS airport and T Galleria by DFS stores since November 2016, an exclusivity that runs until February. It is supported by a 360-degree omni-channel marketing campaign.

    The campaign utilises both offline and online platforms, including social media, to engage with customers before, as and after they shop, with further digital amplification provided on DFS’s website and e-mail newsletter.

    The online reach is designed to drive traffic in-store, where shoppers are presented with a number of high-profile activations from Prada. Key locations include DFS stores at Hong Kong International Airport and T Gallerias in downtown Hong Kong.

    To provide additional shopper engagement, the campaign also offers Prada-branded boxes of chocolate from Marchesi, one of Milan’s most famous confectionery shops, as a gift-with-purchase.

    Eyeing expansion: Luxottica has powerful ambitions to expand the eyewear category to 4% of global travel retail sales, even working with rival suppliers in a collaborative programme called VISION 2020 (Pictured: The new Prada Cinéma sunglasses)

    Luxottica Head of Global Channels Francis Gros commented: “Digital communication in travel retail is a hot topic, and offers undeniable and incremental opportunities to build brands and enhance retail performance.

    “The Prada Cinéma campaign showcases how a special new product can be strategically amplified to connect with travelling consumers, beyond the physical stores, on targeted platforms. DFS continues to deliver innovative ways to engage with customers and have been very supportive of the Sunglasses VISION 2020 [a pioneering collaborative category growth plan from six leading sunglasses suppliers -Ed]. We seek to make travel retail the expert channel for sunglasses, growing the category to be worth over 4% of total travel retail sales.”

    DFS Group Director Merchandising Sunglasses, Fashion Watches and Jewellery Jason Blejwas commented: “We are thrilled to extend our long-standing partnership with Luxottica to bring the Prada Cinéma collection first to DFS stores, and to celebrate this exciting moment with our customers both in-store and online. We’re confident that both the product and experience will make for a memorable moment for travellers visiting DFS.”

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  • Luxottica and DFS host worldwide exclusive launch of Prada Cinéma sunglasses

    Luxottica and DFS host worldwide exclusive launch of Prada Cinéma sunglasses

    Luxottica Global Channels, part of Luxottica Group, and DFS Group have joined forces in a worldwide exclusive launch of the new Prada Cinéma sunglasses collection. The limited edition range has been available exclusively at selected DFS airport and T Galleria by DFS stores since November 2016 (until February 2017), with support from a dynamic 360-degree omni-channel marketing campaign.

    Luxottica Global Channels and DFS Group have joined forces in a worldwide exclusive launch of the new Prada Cinéma sunglasses collection. The limited edition range has been available exclusively at selected DFS airport and T Galleria by DFS stores since November 2016, with support from a dynamic 360-degree omni-channel marketing campaign.

    The campaign utilises both online, including social media, and offline platforms to engage with customers before, during and after they shop, with further digital amplification provided on DFS’ website and email newsletter. The online reach is designed to drive traffic in-store, where shoppers are presented with a number of high-profile activations from Prada, including at DFS stores at Hong Kong International Airport and T Galleria in downtown Hong Kong. The launch is said to represent a pioneering step for the sunglasses category in travel retail.

    Shopper engagement is further enhanced through Prada-branded boxes of chocolate from Marchesi, a famous Milanese confectionery shop, which are offered as a gift-with-purchase.

    “Digital communication in travel retail is a hot topic, and offers undeniable and incremental opportunities to build brands and enhance retail performance,” comments Francis Gros, Head of Global Channels, Luxottica. “The ‘Prada Cinéma’ campaign showcases how a special new product can be strategically amplified to connect with travelling consumers, beyond the physical stores, on targeted platforms. DFS continues to deliver innovative ways to engage with customers and has been very supportive of the Sunglasses VISION 2020. We seek to make travel retail the expert channel for sunglasses, growing the category to be worth over 4% of total travel retail sales.

    The launch of the new Prada Cinéma sunglasses collection is said to represent a pioneering step for the sunglasses category in travel retail.

    Jason Blejwas, Director Merchandising Sunglasses, Fashion Watches and Jewellery, DFS Group, adds: “We are thrilled to extend our long-standing partnership with Luxottica to bring the ‘Prada Cinéma’ collection first to DFS stores, and to celebrate this exciting moment with our customers both in-store and online. We’re confident that both the product and experience will make for a memorable moment for travellers visiting DFS.”

    Hear more from Luxottica at the 26th Airport Commercial & Retail Conference & Exhibition, hosted by Aéroport Nice Côte d’Azur and taking place on 3-5 April 2017 at the Hyatt Regency Nice Palais de la Méditerranée. Francis Gros, Head of Global Channels, Luxottica, is participating in the First Working Session “Is there a big problem in the airport retail space? Are conversion rates and yields performing far below expectations?” His presentation is entitled “In order to maximise yield, airports should scientifically identify which categories are the clear stand-out, star performers and position them accordingly. What is the evidence that they actually do this?”

     

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  • Luxury Cartier pop-up opens in Macau

    Luxury Cartier pop-up opens in Macau

    Cartier has unveiled its first-ever lifestyle pop-up store with experiential display to exhibit the Drive de Cartier Watch Collection.

    The pop-up, located in the Macau Four Seasons T-Galleria by DFS, opened this month and will remain until the end of February.

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    “Visitors will immerse in the cultivated and contemporary universe that is inhabited by gentlemen who wear Drive de Cartier watches,” said a Cartier spokesman.

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    Cartier will transform the Shoppes at Four Seasons exhibition area into an “animated open home,” a retail display concept designed to reveal different aspects of the Drive de Cartier lifestyle. Each space will provide an interactive experience, combining the latest digital technology with specialist workshops conducted by a host of prestigious partner companies, creating the perfect space for Cartier’s guests to enjoy a vibrant experience blending dolce vita and celebration.

    Two distinct areas will be set up. A Library Lounge will display a miscellany of objects and collectibles such as books, music, one-of-a-kind figurines and the latest techie gadgets, alongside the new Drive de Cartier collection. It will also provide gaming platforms (including a new version of the classic Pacman) and a design bar area.

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    In the second area, the Atelier, guests will discover holograms and design sketches of the Drive de Cartier collection, and the inspirations behind the watches, drawing their attention to the balanced aesthetic of the distinctive cushion-shaped case, and the refined detailing of the precision Manufacture movements.

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    Guests will be invited to take part in workshops on craft beer and wine tasting, calligraphy and artisan leather stamping.

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    The full Drive de Cartier collection will be showcased during the two months of the animation, but a particular highlight will be the horological wonder that is the Drive de Cartier Flying Tourbillon. This prestigious timepiece is fitted with the manufacture calibre 9452 MC mechanical movement with manual winding. Certified Poinccon de Geneeve, the Flying Tourbillon is a testimony to Cartier’s excellence in fine watchmaking.

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