Saint Laurent
Chinese Characters in Fashion Design: Cultural Appropriation or Appreciation?
If before, wearing luxury goods displayed wealth, then wearing goods with Chinese characters now signifies the wearer’s personality, heritage and culture. Chinese millennials are eager to announce their identities to… Read More
Why Luxury Brands Won’t Mind JD.com’s Earnings Dip
Their audience and revenues are still growing, and crucially, so is their investment in a world-class logistics network. Read More
JD.com Shakes Up Management Team in Push Toward High-end Fashion
Hu Shengli successfully grew JD.com's dominance in the sale of electronics online. What can he accomplish as head of fashion? Read More
JD.com Counterfeit Scandal Kickstarts Consumer Rights Day in China
JD.com prides itself on selling authentic items, something crucial to its forays into the luxury market. Recent slip ups, however, are challenging public perceptions of the brand at a crucial… Read More
Saint Laurent and Alexander McQueen Join JD.com’s Toplife
The luxury e-commerce platform is quickly establishing new partnerships with Western luxury brands, such as Saint Laurent and Alexander McQueen. Read More
Can an “Autocratic” Chinese Owner Give Lanvin a Second Life?
Shaw-Lan Wang, Lanvin's major Chinese owner, has agreed to inject cash to support the dying fashion house by the year-end, but can she revive it, again? Read More
Can Kering Lead the Way for Eco-Friendly Shopping Among Chinese Luxury Consumers?
Chinese luxury consumers are in a good position to embrace the idea of sustainability if brands can move smartly to deal with their misconceptions. Read More
WeChat Launches Ad Bidding for ‘Mini Programs Nearby,’ But Will It Be Profitable for Luxury Brands?
WeChat has begun offering brands an ad bidding feature on its mini program app, but will the ads boost sales for luxury brands when mini program itself has yet to… Read More
The Luxury Rivalry Between Alibaba and JD.com: What You Need to Know
Alibaba Group and JD.com have ramped up their efforts to woo international luxury brands over the past few years; here is what you need to know about their competition. Read More
Trending in China: NYT Partners With Chinese Media for Travel Mag
People on social media in China are buzzing about Guerlain’s brand ambassador, Chinese film star Yang Yang, and the NYT's new Chinese travel mag. Read More
