Male beauty’s next growth engine: Douyin
Delve into the demographics and psychographics of male beauty consumers on Douyin to understand how brands can thrive on this burgeoning social commerce platform. Read More
TikTok vs. Temu vs. Shein: The Chinese e-commerce battle lands in the US
TikTok is reportedly planning to launch an online retail store in the US, connecting Chinese sellers to American buyers. But can it compete with the likes of Shein and Temu? Read More
Adidas x Shuting Qiu, Urban Revivo x Caroline Hu, and more: China collabs of the week
This week in the mainland, global brands Vans and Adidas exemplify the effectiveness of localized collaborative strategies for connecting with Chinese consumers. Read More
Will Prada’s refillable, tech-driven premium beauty line succeed in China?
The beauty battle is heating up after Kering, Prada is debuting and doubling down on the sector this year. But can it join L’Oréal Luxe’s billionaire club? Read More
Can luxury use AI without losing its luster?
Brands like Moncler and Valentino are using AI to create campaigns. How can luxury integrate artificial intelligence without diluting brand prestige? Read More
K-pop star Dahyun joins as Michael Kors global ambassador. Will it boost owner Capri Holdings’ revenue?
As the luxury industry outlook darkens on China’s uneven recovery and faltering spending in the US, Michael Kors seeks to boost revenue in Asia. Read More
The Rolex method: Unleashing pricing potential through powerful brand storytelling
Many luxury brands are leaving a significant amount of money on the table because they don't know how to price. Here's how Rolex gets clients to pay its significant premiums. Read More
The uneven recovery of luxury spending in China: A tale of contrasting consumers
As China's recovery proves to be less robust than expected, a contrast emerges in the spending patterns between high-net-worth individuals and the middle class. Read More
Barbie’s AI makeover, plus Nars puts NFTs back on the beauty map: Web3 drops of the week
The roundup and the verdict on this week’s hottest Web3 activations, taken from our Jing Meta weekly newsletter. Read More
From Wales Bonner x MoMa to Shayne Oliver: Museums championing fashion designers
The past week has seen a plethora of creative director-led exhibitions, adding layers to what it means to be a culturally-relevant fashion designer in 2023. Read More
China’s ‘spicy milk style’ slammed by state media as children’s soft porn
Chinese state media outlets are denouncing a trend of dressing children in sexy apparel. As more luxury brands expand into childrenswear, here’s one style to stay clear of. Read More
As hard luxury booms, Chinese jewelry designers push their global presence
Chinese jewelry designers are combining artistry and technology to win recognition internationally, helping redefine perceptions of fine jewelry in the process. Read More
H&M vs. Shein: A battle of fast vs. faster fashion
Is H&M’s recent lawsuit against Chinese e-commerce giant Shein a case of the pot calling the kettle black? Critics seem to think so. Read More
China rebound not enough to save LVMH, Richemont shares from sliding
Despite luxury groups posting strong results in China in the first half of the year, investors are unimpressed by lackluster performances in North America. Read More
BYD, Tesla, Porsche: Will EVs continue to dominate China’s auto market in 2023 as tax rebates resume?
China plans to offer a $72.3 billion package of tax breaks for new energy vehicles. Will more luxury car brands accelerate into the EV segment? Read More
