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2024 market outlook: Where is China’s luxury industry headed?
Analysts forecast that most major economies will avoid a recession in 2024. What are luxury consumers looking for in today’s climate? Read More
China reacts to Michelle Yeoh’s appointment as Balenciaga brand ambassador
Balenciaga announced its appointment of Michelle Yeoh as brand ambassador on November 9. After losing its grip on the West, can the storied couture house find success in China? Read More
What Q3 results reveal: Why some luxury brands are in crisis while others outperform
While the more “quiet” luxury brands like Hermès and Brunello Cucinelli confirmed strong demand in Q3, other brands like Gucci disappointed. Read More
Maison Margiela leaps into Web3
The OTB Group-owned cult favorite is taking its globally-esteemed presence into Web3 via a new gamified activation, inspired by the French house’s iconic numerical codes. Read More
Luxury fashion has a problem with women
Despite their buying power, women are few and far between at the top ranks of major global fashion houses. And the gender gap is only widening. Read More
Move over K-pop idols: Thai stars want a slice of the luxury pie too
Gucci added Thai actress Davika Hoorne to its growing roster of brand ambassadors earlier this week. Can Thailand’s stars take luxury brands to new heights? Read More
Sabato De Sarno brings quiet luxury to Gucci
The post-Alessandro Michele era of Gucci is finally underway with Sabato De Sarno showing a paired-down take on the Italian heritage label. Read More
Richemont launches new beauty division, doubling down on high-end fragrance
Following similar moves by LVMH and Kering, Richemont’s beauty division is tasked with scaling up its fragrance business. Will the group take the business in-house? Read More
Marc Jacobs’ fashion and beauty renaissance: Can the American brand make a global comeback?
After fading in prominence, Marc Jacobs is reviving its beauty division. Today’s fashion brands need to sell more than just apparel to stay relevant. Read More
From Kering to Zegna: How brands can use AI to supercharge luxury shopping
Luxury brands like Zegna and Kering are using AI to offer personalized recommendations and greater customization services, elevating the luxury experience. Read More
