The Jing Take
What’s new in Chinese sustainable fashion? Shanghai Fashion Week reveals latest in London
Chinese designers like 8ON8 and Samuel Gui Yang are hitting the London Fashion Week circuit with a special exhibition dedicated to sustainable style. Read More
Backlash to ‘Lipstick King’ Li Jiaqi sparks a new trend, with Chinese brands rolling out 79 RMB deals
The 79 RMB eyebrow pencil at the center of Li Jiaqi’s latest controversy has become a source of inspiration for local brands. Read More
Without VAT-free shopping, the UK to lose $1 billion annually from Chinese tourists
The UK loses out as Chinese high-spending tourists head to France, Italy and Spain instead, where duty-free shopping still stands. Read More
New Balance takes Golden Goose to court over trademark ‘dad shoes’
New Balance sues Golden Goose over its “Dad Star” sneaker, in the latest sportswear versus luxury lawsuit. Read More
Outlet malls get new lease of life thanks to Chinese bargain-hunters
Shopping hauls? In this economy? China’s outlet malls are booming as middle-class consumers find ways to be fashionable on tighter budgets. 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
Fukushima fallout: Chinese consumers shun Japanese brands
Chinese consumers are boycotting Japanese products after Japan started releasing treated radioactive water into the Pacific Ocean. How will this impact brands' bottom line? Read More
Estée Lauder’s sales slump shows why beauty brands aren’t yet benefiting from increased Chinese tourism
The beauty giant posted a slump in sales in its most recent earnings report, highlighting how daigou restrictions are impacting beauty — for now. Read More
China’s slowing economy clouds JD.com, Alibaba earnings comeback
What Happened: It’s been a big month for tech earnings in China. On August 16, JD.com reported that net revenues for the quarter ended June 30 jumped 7.6 percent to… Read More
A tale of two cities: What divides middle-class consumer values in China?
Consumer behavior, life philosophy and values diverge between "emergent" and "traditional" Chinese cities, according to a new study by BCG. Read More
