Copyright © 2025 Duquesne University Athletics Accessibility and Legal Thanks for visiting The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here Thanks for visiting Thanks for visiting Sylvie Lavagno is to leave her role as International Director Travel Retail of Parfums Christian Dior for another prior to which she was Vice President Worldwide Travel Retail at YSL Beauté While with both companies she held positions on the TFWA board and management committee “Travel retail is a very challenging and exciting distribution channel where different stakeholders create an extremely qualitative environment for the sake of the global business,” said Lavagno “I am proud to have contributed to that development through both my function at Parfums Christian Dior Subscribe to our newsletter for critical marketing information delivered to your inbox The Moodie Davitt Report is delighted to present the results of the inaugural TREX Awards A trailblazing celebration of the finest travel retail-exclusive products and other initiatives the TREX Awards recognise the critical need for differentiation within travel retail shining a spotlight on innovations that deliver unique value to travellers The highly regarded Mette Engell is charged with elevating the travel retail experience for beauty lovers She replaces the much-respected Guilhem Souche President and Chief Executive Officer Stéphane de la Faverie says “Travel retail declined -28% organically [in Q3] and it continues to shrink as a percentage of our business towards the low teens.” Worse is to come in Q4 he adds but lower base comparisons and a “strategic reset” underway will help in fiscal 26 Copyright © The Moodie Davitt Report | Website by Yellowball We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website Please click on one of the buttons below to accept We use cookies to help you navigate efficiently and perform certain functions You will find detailed information about all cookies under each consent category below The cookies that are categorized as "Necessary" are stored on your browser as they are essential for enabling the basic functionalities of the site We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze how you use this website and provide the content and advertisements that are relevant to you These cookies will only be stored in your browser with your prior consent You can choose to enable or disable some or all of these cookies but disabling some of them may affect your browsing experience Necessary cookies are required to enable the basic features of this site such as providing secure log-in or adjusting your consent preferences These cookies do not store any personally identifiable data Functional cookies help perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website These cookies help provide information on metrics such as the number of visitors Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with customized advertisements based on the pages you visited previously and to analyze the effectiveness of the ad campaigns ' + scriptOptions._localizedStrings.webview_notification_text + ' " + scriptOptions._localizedStrings.redirect_overlay_title + " " + scriptOptions._localizedStrings.redirect_overlay_text + " Seminole Alum Aziz Dougaz in US Open8/29/2023 10:25:00 AM | Men's Tennis FRANCE. Sylvie Lavagno, formerly YSL Beauté Director Travel Retail Worldwide, has been appointed International Director Travel Retail for Parfums Christian Dior, replacing André de Bausset who left the brand earlier this year to become International Director for Hennessy Lavagno has extensive experience in the sector having worked for many years within The L’Oréal Group’s Luxury Products Division before joining YSL in 2006 At L’Oréal she held several commercial and marketing positions covering both French and international markets In 2001 Lavagno was named Marketing Director for L’Oréal’s Luxury Products Division for Latin America André de Bausset leaves Dior for new Hennessy role – 28/01/09 Inniskillin, Ballantine’s, Estée Lauder, Christian Dior, Hawaiian Sun and Swarovski top Korean Air sales league – 02/01/09 Ballantine’s, Inniskillin, Estée Lauder, Dior, Hawaiian Sun and Snoopy top Korean Air duty free league – 02/12/08 Dior tops brand rankings in inflight listings survey – 24/10/08 Today’s images come courtesy of Düsseldorf Airport which is currently sporting an orange theme and playful signage renaming it ‘Luchthaven Düsseldorf’ The name Vinarchy combines vin (French for wine) with archy (from the ancient Greek word for leadership) Thanks for visiting Perhaps you imagine it happening in a ceremony at church or the sleek setting of a cosmopolitan town hall But imagine a different backdrop for a moment – rows upon rows of vines and the whistle of olive trees in the wind the Roman poet Ovid writes that wine “warms the blood and that “wine and love have ever been allies” than amid the tender landscape of an Italian vineyard From the northern hills of Piedmont to the rolling hills of Tuscany we’ve picked the most enviable spots to get married within some of Italy’s most beautiful wineries Wedding guests can wander through the stunning landscaped gardens shaded aperitivo tables and the glittering turquoise pool (framed by an exquisite vine-draped pergola inspired by the woodland setting of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream) To add to the fairytale, Chiesa Del Carmine has a beautiful private chapel that dates back to the 11th century. After a symbolic ceremony (accompanied by grand piano or string quartet should you wish) each couple receives a Chiesa del Carmine wedding certificate before settling into dinner under the stars Chiesa del Carmine will create a wedding menu entirely bespoke for you Favourites include fried zucchini and sage leaves sheep’s milk ricotta ravioli with braised ox cheek and free-range chicken with violet aubergine garden herbs and 36-month-aged Parmigiano Reggiano; all enjoyed with wine made from the surrounding Chiesa del Carmine vineyards Celebrations can easily be stretched to the next day with wine tasting truffle hunting and vineyard touring all on offer or perhaps a poolside barbeque featuring Umbrian pork sausages The expert team at Chiesa del Carmine can do as little or as much as couples desire and make-up artists to award-winning local photographers Sleeps: 14Wedding party size: 70 maxWebsite: chiesadelcarmine.com TuscanyNastja Kovacec TiffanyQuerceto Di Castellina A charming agriturismo in the rolling hills of Tuscany Querceto Di Castellina hosts just five to eight weddings a year This sought-after property prides itself on its highly personalised with many of their married couples choosing to return there is a unique warmth to every step of the wedding planning process at Querceto Di Castellina from the initial consultation to assisting with pre- and post-travel arrangements The recent renovation of the ancient cottages has been heavily inspired by the beating heart of Querceto Di Castellina – its wine Staves from the oak barrels have been artfully transformed into lamp bases and an exceptional headboard in the primary suite rejuvenating guests with scoops of homemade stracciatella and lemon-mint gelato so that they can dance the night away Sleeps: 42Wedding party size: 75 maxWebsite: quercetodicastellina.com Perched on a hilltop in the historical territory of Crispiano Masseria Amastuola is surrounded by endless vineyards and ancient olive trees combining original materials with the finest modern luxuries with great care not to alter the original architecture At the heart of the estate is a dramatic stone-walled courtyard this celestial space becomes a stage for the most enchanting weddings Tables draped in flowing white linen are decorated with heady jasmine and olive leaves before wedding guests sit down to a banquet of executive chef Luigi Chirico’s exceptional cooking The menus celebrate typical Apulian dishes with canapés replaced with refined Aperitivo swordfish fritters with aubergine and mint such as apricot and basil parfait with salted butter caramel Masseria Amastuolas pastry chef can create a wedding cake in the form of a tiered sponge or a classic Italian millefoglie Beneath the ancient walls of Masseria Amastuola lies its traditional wine cellar home to all of its own-produced organic wines should couples wish to host their guests or close friends and family for day before-or-after celebrations the team can organise a walking tour through the Amastuola organic vineyard followed by lunch on the terrace Intimate symbolic ceremonies can be held in the onsite chapel (which has room for 30) whilst larger wedding parties can be hosted outside against the stunning backdrop of leafy vines and one-hundred-year-old olive trees Weddings at Masseria Amastuola reach beyond the spectacular and even live mozzarella demonstrations easily arranged by the highly attentive creative team Sleeps: 42Wedding party size: 160+Website: amastuola.it Locanda La RaiaCasas LatinasLocanda La RaiaCasas LatinasLocanda La Raia By Casas Latinas Locanda La Raia are experts when it comes to elevated luxury Couples unwind in the mansion’s private spa before their wedding day Knots are melted away by the skilful on-site massage therapists on hand to soothe away any pre-wedding nerves The overriding feel of Locanda La Raia is that of utmost serenity Rooms come with hypnotic landscape views and are furnished in a distinctive The refined colour palette is inspired heavily by the beautifully painted mansions of the Novi Ligure region with soft furnishings upholstered in calming tones of fior di latte and oyster white paired with flashes of forest green and velvet-rich red Halls and corridors feel equal parts majestic and contemporary with Locanda La Raia also being home to several noteworthy contemporary artworks from the collection of the Viasaterna gallery in Milan Weddings can take place by the sparkling blue lake or within the leafy vineyards that surround the mansion through Locanda La Raia’s very own sculpture trail featuring works by Remo Salvadori and Korean artist Koo Jeong A The dedicated wedding team will work with couples first to determine the style and vision of the wedding before arranging the entirety of the day taking care of everything from the flowers to the music Wedding menus at Locanda La Raia are centred around the surrounding countryside’s bounty fruit and vegetables are picked from the garden and meat is reared from free-range Fassona cows Locanda La Raia offers its organic-certified biodynamic wines including its Gavi Riserva Vigna della Madonnina and Gavi Pisé Attention to detail is paramount when providing you and your guests with the most exclusively indulgent experience the team at Locanda La Raia can arrange cookery classes guided bike rides and lakeside picnics in this enchanting and incomparable setting Sleeps: 26Wedding party size: 40Website: casas-latinas.com Set within over 400 hectares of uninterrupted vineyards this XIVth century villa is a jewel of the Chianti countryside Recently renovated to its original splendour Il Borgo di Vignamaggio has only been open to guests since August 2022 This Renaissance villa has unparalleled majesty and separate dancing room (complete with a glossy bar) which is scented with zesty citrus trees and Italian herbs guests glide from the sun-dappled ceremony under the rose-entwined pergola to the magnificent stone piazza Glasses are filled with chilled sparkling Italian wine as the sky becomes a stage for glittering fireworks Il Borgo di Vignamaggio is also home to its own charming chapel which features exquisite original Renaissance frescos and is perfect for intimate ceremonies Couples can indulge in the sweet life as they prepare for the day ahead making use of the on-site barber and solarium and turquoise pool surrounded by mesmerising rows of vines the highly-accomplished events team will work with you to turn any want or wishful daydream into a reality cycling and vineyard tours as you step into the first few days of married life or slide onto a sun lounger by the pool as you breathe in the aroma of the neighbouring jasmine and flowering lime trees and wait for a Campari spritz from the Ridolfi pool bar Sleeps: 37Wedding party size: 100+Website: vignamaggio.com This striking and quintessentially Tuscan villa is set midway between the scenic wine regions of Montepulciano and Castiglione del Lago (known as the Pearl of Trasimeno) The history of Villa Cozzano dates back to the early 16th century with the estate originally home to six peasant families who worked the surrounding land Villa Cozzano was inherited by the Lazzerini family who transformed it into a cultural honeypot for noble Tuscan families to meet and endless fields of sunflowers and wheat stretch as far as the eye can see one would easily be forgiven for thinking it was Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck whooshing down the olive tree-lined path on their rickety vespa There is something innately romantic about the land surrounding Villa Cozzano It is nearly impossible to pick a place anywhere on the property that wouldn’t be spectacular for a wedding Part of the charm of weddings at Villa Cozzano is their intimacy of them Wedding parties are usually limited to sixty guests while the villa can sleep up to 25 in its six charming apartments arched ceilings and a terrace that is perhaps the best spot for newlyweds to catch the setting sun Wedding wine is sourced from the surrounding vineyards (many family-run) while the food celebrates the best of Tuscan cuisine Guests can enjoy wine tasting at some of the region’s most celebrated wineries just minutes from the villa the team at Villa Cozzano can arrange pasta-making classes a brochure of polished classic cars is available Slide into a vintage Maggliolone Cabriolet or iconic Fiat 500 before zooming off into the sunset Sleeps: 25Wedding party size: 60Website: agriturismovillacozzano.it Acres of Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot grapevines border the sun-bleached stone walls of Castello di Vicarello settling on a single most romantic spot to host a wedding is hard Elegant gardens are filled with the perfume of lavender and climbing roses Ancient olive groves offer the perfect afternoon shade guests can enjoy panoramic views over the surrounding hills while a refreshing gentle breeze blows down by the glassy blue pools with supper enjoyed under a canopy of vine leaves and golden lanterns As well as growing the grapes for its award-winning wines Castello di Vicarello also tend an abundance of vegetables and herbs in its organic garden Chefs at Castello di Vicarello harvest ingredients at the prime of their season working with couples to create an entirely bespoke wedding menu from fine Italian dining to traditional Tuscan recipes.Built by the Republic of Sienna over 900 years ago Castello di Vicarello has been sensitively refurbished with rooms featuring original stone and brick walls This fairy-tale-like room has the privacy of an entire floor to itself including a stunning living area with arched windows Couples can enjoy their first sip of married life overlooking the painterly fields and forests before sinking into their marble bathtub The expert events team at Castello di Vicarello are on hand to arrange even the most specific wedding requests they can organise in-room massages and beauty treatments to ensure couples feel their absolute best on their wedding day Sleeps: 22Wedding party size: 100+Website: castellodivicarello.com For more wine experiences we love the Vind app which offers a personal concierge service right from your pocket. Their interactive app helps to create bespoke guides and itinerates around Europe’s most desirable vineyards. The Local Europe ABVästmannagatan 43113 25 StockholmSweden an MP from Italy’s Left Ecology Freedom (SEL) party today filed an urgent question in parliament challenging the signing of 20-year-old Giorgos Katidis by Serie B team Novara in north-west Italy Katidis was banned from playing in the Greek squad after he celebrated a goal with a Nazi salute in March The player denied understanding the meaning of the gesture a line echoed by Novara’s executive vice president “We have seen a guy foolishly unaware of the gesture he made but now he perfectly understands the significance and the tragedy it represents,” de Salvo said in a statement yesterday Lavagno criticised the club for attempting to minimise the controversy surrounding the signing.  “I hope that the league and the FIGC [Italian Football Federation] intervene in this case to prevent any form of tolerance of unjustifiable behaviour,” he said on his blog “For some time now we have talked about football not only as a prestigious sport but also for the episodes of racism and vindication of fascism This is no longer tolerable,” said Lavagno announcing that he had presented an urgent question to the Minister for Sports Josefa Idem and the Minister of the Interior Angelino Alfano An Italian former football player caused similar controversy last year when he arrived in the UK to manage Premier League club Sunderland Paolo di Canio made the same gesture on the pitch when playing for Rome team Lazio Sunderland defended its decision although former UK Foreign Minister David Miliband resigned from the club’s board in protest Please log in here to leave a comment