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The end of the luxury ‘it’ bag: 2023’s must-have accessory is a Uniqlo crossbody or a grungy tote
Young consumers including Gen Z are looking to fanny packs and tote bags to make a style statement as designer handbag prices climb out of reach. Read More
Are Chinese-only collabs like Shang Xia and Florasis the next hype trend in guochao luxury?
Designer home brand Shang Xia taps local beauty Florasis to reach a wider, younger audience, while Florasis aims to premiumize its image by collaborating with the lifestyle brand. Read More
Brand collabs overload: Are solo launches the ultimate luxury?
Amid a flurry of brand collaborations, some luxury labels are shunning the hype train. But can they afford to miss out on the marketing exposure and revenue? Read More
The Birkin bag: Gen Z’s new love for old luxury and the art of storytelling
The Birkin bag combines exceptional craftsmanship with a narrative that captures the imagination, creating unparalleled desirability. Read More
Hermès Maison Shanghai exhibition, A.Society x Gareth Tong, and more: China collabs of the week
With competition for consumers’ attention heating up, combining contrasting identities, experiential retail, and personalized fashion emerge as fertile ground for collabs. Read More
Chanel’s Revenue Boom: Price Hikes, Pent-up Chinese Demand Fuel Growth
Aggressive price increases accounted for half of Chanel’s revenue growth in 2022. How does this tactic fit into the luxury house’s ambitious expansion plan? Read More
Global Luxury Rebounds: LVMH, Hermès Sales Soar Due To Chinese Spending
Luxury spending in China is outpacing the growth of the country's economy. Companies like LVMH are taking note and expanding their presence in the newly-reopened nation. Read More
China Continues To Fuel Spring Luxury Rebound
The return of Chinese consumer demand is propelling the stock prices of European luxury groups like LVMH and Hermès to new highs. Read More
Luxury Brands Invest In Experiential Flagship Stores To Escape Confines Of Malls
Luxury houses are building independent flagship stores in China’s top-tier cities. Can branded experiential retail help them stand out in this saturated market? Read More
The New Playbook For Luxury Brands During China’s Rebound In 2023 And Beyond
Despite China’s economy recovering, growth will not be automatic for most brands. Only those that can keep up with changed client expectations will benefit. Read More
