JUST LANDED: DFS OPENS NEW BEAUTY CONCEPT STORE AT JFK’S TERMINAL 4

TRAVEL RETAILER INTRODUCES ONE STOP BEAUTY DESTINATION TO NEW YORK 

May 11, 2023, NEW YORK – DFS Group (DFS), the world’s leading luxury travel retailer, officially opened its new beauty concept store in New York on May 10, 2023. Located at John F. Kennedy International Airport’s Terminal 4, the new store stocks over 20 of the best beauty brands, allowing customers to find their skincare, haircare and cosmetic favorites all in one place.

Through this new concept store, DFS will feature brands that are not already available at its main beauty store in Terminal 4, providing exclusive access to some of the hottest names in the business. An extensive collection of iconic and niche products will cater to beauty aficionados’ every want and desire, making it the one stop beauty destination.

DFS is excited to announce that it will be bringing three trending brands to travel retail for the first time. Kylie Jenner’s namesake cosmetic brand, Kylie; head-to-toe skincare sensation, Drunk Elephant as well as one of New York’s best kept secrets, Mario Badescu are all now available at JFK’s Terminal 4.

New to DFS New York, the concept store presents the following popular beauty brands; Anastasia Beauty, Benefit, Dior Backstage, Farmacy, IT Cosmetics, Malin & Goetz, Moroccan Oil, Nars, as well as stock firm favorites such as MAC on its shelves. “DFS is excited to bring in this concept and these brands to respond to the latest beauty trends that are relevant to New Yorkers, domestic travelers, as well as international passengers in a one-stop standalone concept,” said Timothy Bidmead, General Manager for DFS, John F. Kennedy International Airport.

DFS and JFKIAT, the operator of Terminal 4 at JFK Airport, commemorated the opening with a special ribbon cutting event on May 10 that featured a line-up of experiences for travelers, including a live DJ, a selfie station, a product demo station and a makeup artist.

From May 10 through to June 11, expect a range of in-store activations to surprise and delight customers from brand demonstrations to promotional offers. During the peak hours of 4pm-8pm on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, a makeup artist will be on hand to provide inspiration and makeovers while a resident DJ will be playing a set to keep shoppers entertained.

Available for domestic visitors to John F. Kennedy International Airport’s Terminal 4, the new DFS beauty concept store can be found in the Retail Hall between the A and B Concourses.

About DFS Group

DFS Group is the world’s leading luxury travel retailer. Established in Hong Kong in 1960, DFS Group continues to be a pioneer in global luxury travel retail, offering its customers a carefully curated selection of exceptional products from over 750 of the most desired brands. Its network consists of 56 duty free stores located in 14 major global airports and 24 downtown Galleria locations on four continents, as well as affiliate and resort locations. The Group is privately held and majority owned by the world’s largest luxury conglomerate, Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton (LVMH), alongside DFS co-founder and shareholder Robert Miller. DFS Group employs more than 5,000 people focused on creating inspiring omnichannel retail experiences for its customers and is headquartered in Hong Kong with offices in Australia, Cambodia, China, France, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Macau, New Zealand, Singapore, United Arab Emirates, United States of America and Vietnam.                                                         

For more information, please visit www.dfs.com.

About T Galleria by DFS

T Galleria by DFS is the ultimate evolution of the original travel retail concept pioneered by DFS Group. The first downtown store opened in 1968 in Hong Kong, followed shortly thereafter by Honolulu and eventually expanding to 24 locations all over the world. Today, T Galleria by DFS has a presence in the United States of America, as well as across Asia, Europe, Oceania and the South Pacific regions. Linked to the notion of travel through the use of T for the Traveler, the brand stands for what customers have come to expect: an expertly curated assortment of the world’s preferred luxury brands, exceptional retail environments, highly personalized services and unique experiences tailored to their specific needs as travelers. T Galleria by DFS enables travelers to realize their individual style, one journey at a time.

About JFKIAT

JFK International Air Terminal, LLC. (JFKIAT) is the operator of Terminal 4 at John F. Kennedy International Airport, one of the most active air terminals in the New York area, serving 22 international and domestic airlines with an annual passenger volume of more than 24 million travelers in 2023. In 2017 Terminal 4 became the first existing airport terminal in the U.S. to receive LEED Gold certification by the United States Green Building Council (USGBC) for operations and maintenance, and in 2022 it became the first air terminal in the U.S. to receive Platinum recognition for pre-existing air terminals. The Terminal’s expansive Retail Lounge offers an unparalleled experience for travelers with a wide range of food and beverage and retail options, from chic to upscale and from convenience stores, to electronics, accessories, and gifts. Terminal 4 was the first air terminal in North America operated by a private management company. JFKIAT’s managing member is Schiphol USA Inc., a U.S. affiliate of Royal Schiphol Group.

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