Arc’teryx’s controversial fireworks collaboration with Cai Guo-Qiang in Tibet backfired, triggering backlash from its core outdoor community and raising questions about luxury ambition, brand misalignment, and ESG credibility.
September 24, 2025
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Balenciaga returns to fragrance with the relaunch of Le Dix and a new Haute Parfumerie line. Explore what this means for the brand and Kering Beauté’s strategy.
September 17, 2025
Korean streetwear is no longer just a Seoul phenomenon. With first-store launches, omnichannel expansion, and cultural brand equity, labels like emis and Musinsa are reshaping China’s youth fashion landscape.
August 25, 2025
The Swiss luxury group Richemont beats Q1 2026 expectations with strong jewelry sales, resilient watch performance, and digital innovation—especially in China.
August 21, 2025
The $26-billion platform’s consumer-driven roots make space for progressive voices within limits.
June 27, 2025
Ambiguity is good; ambiguity is safe.
June 20, 2025
As C-beauty brands eye Europe, they should navigate regulatory hurdles, cultural differences, and branding strategies to win over discerning consumers.
June 13, 2025
Can the gold jeweler fill Hermès’ shoes and be China's real luxury?
May 23, 2025
Sportswear brands like ON are accelerating growth in China by targeting next-tier cities and youth-driven cultural communities.
May 9, 2025
Now, the challenge lies in saturation—of trends, platforms, pressures, and expectations—set against the backdrop of a global economic slowdown.
April 25, 2025
C-Beauty brands must adopt globally diversified supply chains to minimize regional dependency and mitigate geopolitical and regulatory risks effectively.
April 18, 2025
IShowSpeed’s unfiltered China livestreams shattered stereotypes, challenged propaganda norms, and sparked debate on authenticity in cross-cultural engagement.
April 11, 2025
