MCM looks to retro-futuristic styles for 50th Anniversary Autumn/Winter 2026 collection

MCM has unveiled its 50th Anniversary Autumn/Winter 2026 collection, celebrating this milestone through the lens of Munich’s culture and music, blending cutting-edge materials with futuristic styling.

Described as retrospective yet futuristic, the collection highlights studded silhouettes and innovative leather goods reflecting the brand’s fusion of art, tech and travel.

MCM's cinematic campaign for Autumn/Winter 2026

The collection redefines nomadic luxury through retro-futuristic styles built around a rich autumnal colour palette. With a selection of lightweight and transitional mid-season pieces along with cold-weather essentials such as warm jackets, this collection is perfect for layering to create classy outfits for men and sophisticated clothing for women.

For the launch of the new collection, MCM unveils a cinematic campaign exploring individuality, connection and the emotional rhythm of modern life through intimate moments and the beauty of being together.

MCM Autumn/Winter 2026 Aren Sling Bag

Set inside the MCM Haus, the campaign centres on a family of distinct personalities. “As a son returns bearing gifts selected with remarkable precision, the story unfolds through micro-moments, understated humour and a carefully composed visual language,” said the German luxury brand.

Directed by Lucio Castro and photographed by Luna Conte, the campaign balances emotional subtlety with quiet sophistication.

MCM Autumn/Winter 2026 Pina Tambourine bag

The collection reflects the distinct personalities of the MCM Haus through reimagined heritage silhouettes, signature leather goods and forward-looking ready-to-wear.

From archival Pina styles and diamond-inspired Dia bags to travel-inspired designs, the season blends craftsmanship, innovation and modern mobility through a refined lens, while quilted leather, recycled nylon and retro-futurist accents add depth, texture and personality to the story.

A highlight is the Pina collection, which embodies mobile elegance through logo stud embellishments on leather and Visetos wallets, totes and tambourine bags.

Rémy Cointreau names new CEO Global Travel Retail

French spirits group Rémy Cointreau has announced that Carlos Radulovitch will take over the CEO Global Travel Retail position as of July 1, 2026.

The announcement came as Rémy Cointreau launched a three-year turnaround plan called RC Forward, aiming to boost operating profits by €100 million by the 2028/29 financial year. A core pillar of this strategy is to double sales in travel retail and emerging markets.

With more than 25 years of international leadership experience and a depth of travel retail expertise, Radulovitch has led large-scale international business across EMEA, Americas, Asia and the Middle East, with deep expertise in global consumer and luxury brands.

Before joining the group, Radulovitch served as CEO of Ted Baker in London, where he led the EMEA business across retail, travel retail, e-commerce and wholesale operations in 11 countries.

“We truly believe that Carlos’ extensive knowledge of the travel retail channel and proven track record of delivering growth will facilitate the transformation of our GTR business and help our valued partners to grow faster with the Rémy Cointreau portfolio in both the short and longer term,” said Ian McLernon, Group Chief Markets Officer.

“I am excited and ready to support Rémy Cointreau’s remarkable brand portfolio of exceptional spirits. Strengthening our presence, engaging our partners with the highest standards and delivering a strong and result-oriented roadmap is an exciting challenge I am ready to lead,” added Radulovitch, who will be based in Singapore, where the company's Global Travel Retail office is located.

MCM unveils mischievous Cozy Cat fragrance

MCM has added a new line to its growing animal-themed fragrance collection.

MCM Cozy Cat Eau de Parfum

“Mischievous and magnetic, Cozy Cat captures the untamed spirit of curiosity with notes of violet, peach, sandalwood and vanilla,” the German luxury brand said.

The unisex Eau de Parfum is presented in a 100ml bottle with a three-dimensional sculpture of the cat character on top.

The woody floral fragrance features top notes of violet leaves, wildberry, peach and black rose, with middle notes of suede, benzoin and ambrette, and base notes of sandalwood, tonka bean, cedarwood, labdanum, musk and vanilla bean.

The new Cozy Cat fragrance joins Charming Pup, Darling Doxie, Mighty Bear and Jolly Rabbit.

Hibiki 12yo returns as travel retail exclusive

Suntory has unveiled Hibiki 12 Years Old Travel Exclusive Series whisky, bringing the expression exclusively to travel retail in key international airports for the first time in 11 years.

Reimagined with a bottle design inspired by Japanese nature, the release invites travellers to rediscover Hibiki through a lens of Japanese artistry.

Fifth-generation Chief Blender Shinji Fukuyo revisits Hibiki’s original vision, blending Yamazaki, Hakushu and Chita whiskies matured in American, Spanish and Mizunara oak.

Hibiki 12 Years Old Travel Exclusive Series whisky

The packaging draws inspiration from Kacho-Fugetsu, the classical Japanese concept that celebrates nature through flowers, birds, wind and moon, complemented by the flowing elegance of water. These elements are expressed through seasonal motifs and flowing forms that reflect Japan’s changing seasons.

Hibiki’s signature 24-faceted bottle, representing Japan’s 24 microseasons, remains central to the design. The updated packaging also incorporates the Marumado motif, a circular window used in traditional Japanese architecture to frame nature like a living painting.

“Hibiki 12 Years Old has always held a special place within The House of Suntory portfolio, and we’ve seen continued appreciation for this expression from whisky enthusiasts around the world,” said Masaki Morimoto, President of The House of Suntory. “Reintroducing Hibiki 12 as a newly reimagined blend exclusively in travel retail allows us to bring it back in a way that is both intentional and globally accessible, while honouring the craftsmanship and harmony that define the brand.”

Tasting notes

Hibiki 12 Years Old is golden amber in colour with a nose of persimmon, jasmine, cardamom, hint of orange and sandalwood. The taste of spiced orange peel, toasted cinnamon and butterscotch has a rich, long finish with a spiced, soothing aftertaste.

The 43%abv whisky is available in a 700ml bottle with a recommended travel retail price of approximately $188.

The release made its debut exclusively at Dubai Airport in May, and was available across selected travel retail locations from June in international departures and arrivals stores. 

Key locations include Singapore Changi, New York JFK and international airports spanning London, Seoul Incheon, Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai, Delhi, Mumbai, Paris, Doha, Los Angeles, Frankfurt, Sydney, Melbourne, Taipei, Amsterdam, Bangkok, São Paulo, Bangalore, Panama City, San Francisco and Hainan.