Sunglasses and Eyewear
TFWA reveals expanded programme and experiential concepts for Asia Pacific Exhibition & Conference 2026
The revamped programme underlines the show’s evolution as a central platform for innovation, collaboration and industry connection amid geopolitical tensions.
Redefining the Flightpath: Heathrow’s Nancy Stewart on redefining luxury retail for the modern traveller
Heathrow Airport Head of Category Duty Free Luxury and High Street Nancy Stewart discusses her journey from Harvey Nichols to Heathrow, how the airport is delivering value beyond price, and why mentorship and representation remain key to advancing gender balance in the industry.
Hainan offshore duty-free sales soar +26% to RMB10.59 billion (US$1.54 billion) in first two months
During the same period, 1.279 million shoppers purchased 8.012 million duty-free items in Hainan, marking year-on-year increases of +16.6% and +9.9%, respectively.
Maui Jim and Lotte Duty Free reignite Formula 1 spirit with Aloha Club pop-up at Melbourne Airport
Maui Jim and Lotte Duty Free bring Formula 1 race-week energy to Melbourne Airport with the immersive Aloha Club pop-up in Terminal 2 International Departures.
Images of the Day: Discovering a fine Spanish showcase in Seville
Today’s images come from Sevilla (Seville) Airport, principal gateway to western Andalusia and an excellent showcase to the region, writes Martin Moodie.
Baltona extends Warsaw Chopin Airport presence with La Maison du Luxe and Zoom stores
La Maison du Luxe features handbags, sunglasses and fashion accessories, while Zoom is Baltona’s latest convenience store concept.
‘Heavenly Horse Brings Fortune’ – China Duty Free Group celebrates Beijing Capital Airport Terminal 3 inauguration
Today was a red-letter day for China Duty Free Group as the travel retailer officially unveiled its departures and arrivals duty-free stores at Beijing’s premier gateway with a richly atmospheric opening ceremony.
TREX call for entries: Travel retail-exclusive awards submissions open until 6 March
Spanning multiple categories, TREX shines a spotlight on products, campaigns and collaborations that deliver unique, channel-specific value to travellers.
Kering Group posts slide in full-year sales and profits but second-half improvement offers positive signals
Kering Group revenue fell -13% year-on-year to €14,675 million though the previously sharp decline in sales eased in Q4, while Kering Eyewear maintained its strong performance amid a difficult trading climate.
Kering Eyewear celebrates Chinese New Year with exclusive Gucci sunglasses
The sunglass design features an oversized, squared silhouette in silver galvanic, with the brand’s signature Horsebit motif integrated into the temples.
Dubai Duty Free starts 2026 with a bang as best-ever January sales soar to US$235 million
Gold glitters, precious jewellery shines, fashion flourishes and electronics spark. They were the outstanding categories as Dubai Duty Free posted the third-highest monthly sales in its history.
LVMH Chairman & CEO Bernard Arnault talks DFS and “a disrupted and sometimes unforeseeable” business climate
Speaking to investors after announcing LVMH full-year results, Chairman & CEO Bernard Arnault addressed market disruption worldwide, saying it is “extremely difficult to control all the geoeconomic impacts on our companies”.
