MCM celebrates 50th anniversary in new campaign

MCM is marking five decades in fashion with a year-long campaign heralding a series of exciting initiatives, including a fresh logo.

The newly designed logo for MCM's 50th anniversary campaign

The German luxury brand is launching the global Icons Reinvented initiative in which some of MCM's best-known designs will be reinterpreted, including the iconic Stark Backpack, the Liz Shopper, the Ella Boston Bag and the Ottomar Weekender.

These models embody the concept of Smart Luxury – a form of luxury that MCM describes as timeless, mobile and responsible. The new interpretations focus on lightweight constructions, hands-free functionality, modular interiors and flexible forms that adapt to different situations and settings. Sustainability and longevity are central to the designs, all of which follow the Bauhaus design principle of form follows function.

Heritage brand ambassador Herbert Lieb muses on MCM in a campaign video

The special campaign is accompanied by a newly designed anniversary logo, inspired by archival motifs and the Roman numerals found throughout its birthplace: Munich. And in a campaign video, MCM’s heritage brand ambassador Herbert Lieb – a long-time employee who worked for the brand for 40 years – provides insights into the history of the house and the brand.

Founded during the Golden Age of Munich in 1976, MCM has evolved in line with cultural movements, from Munich's creative underground in the 1970s and hip-hop culture in New York in the 1980s and 1990s, to the global popularity of K-pop since the 2000s.

MCM celebrates 50 years of craftsmanship

Sung-Joo Kim, Chief Visionary Officer of MCM, reflects on the brand's ability to look to the future: "For 50 years, MCM has been focused on evolving. Our heritage does not belong to the past – it belongs to the future."

The 50th anniversary celebrations span Europe, the US and Asia, uniting fashion, music, design, sport and contemporary culture. MCM boasts a global community of Mavericks – creatives, entrepreneurs and cultural protagonists who define their identity through movement and individuality.

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Rémy Martin marks Lunar New Year with top artist

Cognac brand Rémy Martin has partnered with renowned Chinese artist Xue Song to celebrate the Lunar New Year.

To mark the arrival of the Year of the Horse, Xue Song has created an artwork in collaboration with Rémy Martin, featuring the Centaur – the brand’s emblem – which has inspired a series of limited-edition Lunar New Year gift boxes for Rémy Martin XO and VSOP.

Rémy Martin XO 2026 Lunar New Year Edition

Xue is a top Chinese artist with a pop art style that transforms disparate printed fragments into meaningful images. Inspired by the idea of the Centaur paving the way, Xue has fused collage and Chinese ink to create his 1.8m x 1.2m masterpiece, which features the Centaur leading a pack of horses into the future.

Xue’s vivid, symbolic artwork is featured on special edition bottles and gift boxes for Lunar New Year 2026. Collectible limited-edition presentations of Rémy Martin XO and Rémy Martin VSOP are on-shelf in the travel retail channel. The roll-out is being supported by a series of high-profile activations in leading airports. These include Hong Kong, Singapore, London Heathrow, Dubai, Taiwan, Osaka, Bangkok, Melbourne and Istanbul.

Co-ordinated communications with retailers

In selected markets, traditional red Hongbao envelopes featuring Xue Song’s limited-edition design elements are gwps for purchasing customers. The shopping experience is reinforced through coordinated communications developed with retail partners, ensuring storytelling and visibility across retail channels.

The in-store activations feature a Lunar New Year ritual experience, which invites shoppers to create a personalised greeting card, crafted using woodblock stamps and Chinese calligraphy. Shoppers are guided to create their own spring couplet with the campaign’s tagline Centaur Paving the Way, to convey blessings of prosperity and auspicious beginnings, alongside custom-designed motifs.

“For Chinese travellers, Lunar New Year represents a peak period for premium gifting, and Cognac naturally plays a central role in these celebratory occasions,” noted Rémy Cointreau CEO Global Travel Retail Fida Bou Chabke. “It is therefore a strategic priority for us to amplify the visibility and desirability of the House of Rémy Martin within the global travel retail environment during this holiday season.

“By activating strongly during this high-impact period, we aim not only to reinforce our leadership in Cognac, but also to deepen our cultural relevance with travelling consumers. The Rémy Martin x Xue Song collaboration reflects our long-term vision: investing in bold, creative expressions that speak to a new generation while remaining true to our heritage, and fully unlocking the commercial potential of critical consumption moments."

MCM’s Spring/Summer collection is now and forever

MCM has introduced its Spring/Summer 2026 collection featuring reimagined silhouettes, crafted to evolve with the wearer and remain iconic over time.

MCM Spring/Summer 2026 collection

“Defined by timeless sophistication rather than reinvention, this collection moves beyond age and trends and is designed to evolve with you,” the German luxury brand said.

Wearable across generations, the collection – dubbed Forever Yours – includes accessories, bags and ready-to-wear that elevate outfits for both men and women. Featuring quilted bomber jackets, double-breasted blazers, boxy jackets and more, the pieces fuse martial arts inspiration with playful motifs such as the MCM rabbit-robot hybrid: the Rabot.

MCM Spring/Summer 2026 collection

This season, MCM introduces new iconic shapes. The New Liz revisits a signature classic through a modern lens, while the Dia debuts as a fresh silhouette for Spring/Summer. Additionally, the Milla, Dessau bucket and Aren crossbody evolve, balancing versatile proportions with everyday functionality. Elevated materials, metallic detailing and classic colourways define the collection’s key expressions.

MCM Spring/Summer 2026 collection

Anchored in MCM’s travel heritage, the season introduces additions to the brand’s core travel collection, including the Ottomar trolley with leather corners drawn from archival trunks. Designed for contemporary movement and durability, each piece is crafted to perform.

Château Patache d’Aux marks Lunar New Year

Bordeaux wine brand Château Patache d’Aux is celebrating Lunar New Year 2026 with the launch of a striking limited-edition label, unveiled through high-impact travel retail activations in international hubs.

Chateau Patache d'Aux Lunar New Year edition wine

The exclusive Lunar New Year edition is being showcased with activations in partnership with Lagardère Travel Retail at airports in Paris, Bordeaux, Geneva and Amsterdam. The celebration will continue into the Middle East with a rollout at Dubai Duty Free from the end of January, ensuring strong visibility during one of the most important gifting periods in travel retail.

A Cru Bourgeois Supérieur wine with a long and distinguished history in the Médoc region, Château Patache d’Aux has featured a horse-drawn carriage – a patache – pulled by three horses on its label, symbolising the three families who have shaped the estate’s success over generations. This enduring emblem represents authenticity, pioneering spirit and deep-rooted tradition, making it a source of inspiration for this Lunar New Year release.

In 2026, Lunar New Year falls on 17 February, ushering in the Year of the Fire Horse – a symbol of energy, renewal and prosperity.

Drawing on the symbolic importance of the horse and the festive codes of Lunar New Year, Château Patache d’Aux’s limited-edition label offers a contemporary reinterpretation of the estate’s visual heritage. The design reflects the values of renewal and prosperity at the heart of the celebration.

Complementing the limited-edition bottle, the estate has created a Lunar New Year gift box. Elegant, distinctive and culturally resonant, the box enhances the wine’s appeal for premium gifting.

Commenting on the special edition, Ieva Olina, Key Account Manager Travel Retail at brand owner AdVini, the international wine group, said: “The horse has always been a powerful symbol for the estate, and aligning this with the Year of the Fire Horse allows us to tell a compelling story in airport environments. Through our activations with Lagardère Travel Retail across Europe, and soon with Dubai Duty Free, we are delighted to bring this exclusive release to travelling consumers at some of the world’s most important international gateways."

MCM gets into the holiday mood

The Charles Hotel in Munich is celebrating the city’s spirit of craftsmanship and contemporary style with a festive collaboration with German luxury brand MCM.

MCM decorates The Charles Hotel's Christmas tree in Munich

MCM has kicked off a holiday takeover at the Florio Restaurant inside the hotel, which is part of the luxury Rocco Forte Hotels group.

The upscale restaurant is decorated with sparkling lights and a Christmas tree designed by the brand.

To celebrate the start of the season, MCM welcomed guests with food, drink and festivities.

MCM baubles on The Charles Hotel's Christmas tree in Munich

In other news, stylists and creators (@valentinoxdior and @sylves1er took over MCM’s SoHo store in New York for a karaoke-fuelled styling session where they sung, danced and curated their favourite MCM looks.

Shoppers could book their own styling session or visit the store to discover their standout picks.

Ferrero celebrates festive season with a golden gift

Confectionery giant Ferrero has unveiled its Christmas campaign, Celebrations Begin With A Golden Gift, embracing the festive spirit and tapping into the peak season for gifting and travel.

By leveraging the seasonality of its flagship brand Ferrero Rocher, the campaign is designed to celebrate the art of gifting. The initiative also reflects Ferrero’s sustainability goals, promoting conscious gifting.

Going for gold: Ferrero Rocher's festive airport campaign

A 360-degree marketing plan spans digital, social media and in-store touchpoints. This integrated approach aims to reinforce the brand’s presence in key international markets, strengthening its visibility during the most important season for confectionery gifting.

The campaign was rolled out to Paris Orly, Jeddah’s King Abdulaziz, Luxembourg and Lisbon airports.

The in-store activation features a premium gift-wrapping experience. Brand ambassadors at selected key airport locations offer to wrap Ferrero Rocher boxes (Rocher 375g and 600g) using sustainable and reusable fabric cloths, combining style with conscious gifting.

Each wrap is finished with a branded Ferrero Rocher charm and ribbon, turning every purchase into a refined and memorable gesture.

Combining style with sustainability, the gifts are wrapped in elegant, reusable cloths that are designed to be repurposed, for instance, as a tablecloth or centrepiece, extending their life while enhancing festive table settings.

Ferrero Rocher gifts are wrapped in elegant, reusable cloths

“Our Celebrations Begin With A Golden Gift campaign invites travellers to rediscover the joy of thoughtful giving,” said Sergio Salvagno, General Manager of Ferrero Travel Market.

“This seasonal initiative elevates the gifting experience, while reflecting our core values of sustainability and responding to the growing demand for engaging and personalised experiences in travel retail. By combining creativity with craftsmanship, the gifting station transforms each Ferrero Rocher purchase, adding emotional and aesthetic value, while supporting travellers’ growing preference for eco-conscious purchases."

MCM partners with Casetify for tech enthusiasts

MCM has combined design and technology in its exclusive collaboration with Casetify, aiming for a seamless blend of style and functionality.

The MCM x Casetify collection comprises a range of protective phone cases, card holders and more, each detailed with MCM motifs.

MCM x Casetify phone cases

Phone cases are available in the German brand’s signature Cognac Visetos monogram or bold new intergalactic designs, such as the Rabot rabbit-robot character. They come in multiple colours and sizes to fit the latest iPhone models.

Coordinated tech accessories include AirPods cases and sleek card holders.