Virgin Atlantic unveils its inaugural travel and lifestyle range in collaboration with British designers Fenella Smith and Oliver Co. The collection features a navy blue t-shirt showcasing artwork from the first Virgin Atlantic A330neo aircraft 'Billie Holiday,' while cream and navy blue sweatshirts with Rain Bow and Queen of the Skies designs are available for Duty-Free inflight.
Additional items include Fenella Smith flight and travel tote bags, Oliver Co passport holder, travel wallet, bag tag, and a pack of playing cards. Customers can also purchase enamel pronoun pin badges in he/him, she/her, or they/them variations. This inclusion provides a stylish and inclusive travel experience.
Select items within the collection utilize recycled materials as part of Virgin Atlantic's ongoing commitment to environmentally conscious practices.
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Virgin Atlantic Launches a Merchandise Collection for Travelers
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