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The Harston Group will handle duty free distribution for Police watches, small leathergoods, jewellery, sunglasses and writing instruments in the Americas |
US. The Harston Group has announced that it will handle duty free distribution throughout the Americas for Police watches, jewellery, sunglasses, small leathergoods and writing instruments.
In addition, the group will represent French Connection watches, along with Escada, Givenchy and Chopard sunglasses brands for duty free in the same region.
These brands join a global/new market distribution portfolio which also includes Puma Time and Esprit watches and jewellery from MYWA (this does not include inflight or Middle East sales); Jacques Farel and Jacques Farel Kids; Cuffwear cufflinks; Arren travel clocks; and Anna Sui, Ted Baker, Shanghai Tang, Pepe Jeans, Hackett and Lulu Guinness eyewear from Mondottica.
Harston Group Managing Director Margaret Taylor said: “We’re extremely encouraged by the confidence that brands are showing in Harston Group and are delighted to be representing Police and French Connection for the Americas duty free.
“Taking on this assignment makes this a very important contract for Harston Group and we are genuinely thrilled at their belief in our knowledge of and commitment to this business.”
Harston takes on Anna Sui Eyewear
“We’re delighted to be introducing Anna Sui eyewear in Cannes this year,” said Taylor. “Anna Sui is a fabulous brand – chic, unique, charming and always optimistic. The eyewear collection is perfect for travel retail – absolutely in tune with the aspirations and brand values of many travellers in the modern world.”
Drawing inspiration from Anna Sui’s fashion and accessories line, Anna Sui Eyewear incorporates the same fanciful details that have defined the brand since its beginning almost 30 years ago. The 22 styles of sunglasses are available to the travel retail market from 2010 and aim to reflect the variety Anna Sui’s brand values – from avant-garde to glamorous, bohemian to rock-“˜n’-roll, enchantment to eclectic.
With over 32 boutiques worldwide and more than 300 points of sale in 30 countries, the Anna Sui brand has expanded over the years and now includes beauty products, fragrances and shoes as well as fashion. The brand has earned international status, particularly in Asia, and clients include Sofia Coppola, Naomi Campbell, Christina Ricci, Nicole Kidman, Drew Barrymore and Cher.
*Harston Group will exhibit at the TFWA World Exhibition this month (Stand number: Golden Village G010).
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