Market Analysis
Arc’teryx unveils touring film exhibition in China to publicize new brand campaign
The Canadian outdoor apparel company is consolidating its brand culture rooted in the mountains as it engages local communities. Read More
One-way traffic: Hongkongers flock to mainland China in record numbers
While more Hongkongers are spending their holidays in mainland cities like Shenzhen, the number of mainland visitors to Hong Kong pales in comparison. Read More
Phoebe Philo unveils her new brand, but Chinese netizens unimpressed
After a six-year hiatus, Phoebe Philo has finally made her fashion comeback. But is the designer’s legendary stature enough to convince consumers to buy her brand? Read More
Douyin anchor’s ‘vulgar’ YSL beauty livestream a cautionary tale for brands this Singles’ Day
Netizens say the appearance of YSL beauty in top Douyin anchor’s live broadcast has cheapened the brand. Did the French luxury label choose the wrong anchor? Read More
Do we really need Kylie Jenner’s new clothing line?
Newly crowned haute-couture poster girl Kylie Jenner on Tuesday teased a first look at her fashion label, Khy. Do we really need another celebrity clothing brand? Read More
China’s ‘Black Friday’ is here: What brands need to know about Singles’ Day 2023
In the race to win big on China's Singles’ Day shopping extravaganza, luxury brands should take note of the latest innovations, from AI shopping assistants to holiday gift boxes. Read More
Valentino targets Double 11 with Black Tie campaign
Overview Valentino launched a campaign for the upcoming Double 11 shopping carnival on October 24. Featuring a striking selection of Rockstud handbags and footwear from the maison’s Black Tie Fall/Winter… Read More
Singles’ Day 2023: How can luxury leverage mobile payments?
China's mobile payment giants, Alipay and WeChat Pay, embrace interoperability, boosting e-commerce flexibility and enhancing luxury brands' reach on major platforms. Read More
Big mistake? Brexit, end of VAT a costly blunder for Chinese tourism in the UK
The UK has lost its allure as a luxury shopping destination among Chinese tourists, primarily due to the withdrawal of its tourist tax refund policy. Read More
Douyin beauty sales hit $13.6 billion in first three quarters of 2023
Douyin is rapidly winning market share from rivals Taobao and Tmall. In the first three quarters of 2023, Douyin Beauty’s GMV climbed 44 percent YoY to $15.4 billion. Read More
