How Hennessy’s China strategy balances heritage, Chinese New Year marketing, nightlife culture, and authentic collaborations to remain relevant in today’s premium spirits market.
Bosideng’s collaboration with Kim Jones cements China’s growing creative influence on global fashion. As Arc’teryx reshuffles leadership and Shanghai Fashion Week expands, Chinese brands are driving a new wave of cultural confidence.
This week’s Monday Briefing tracks Gucci’s Demna-era debut at Milan Fashion Week, Shanghai Fashion Week 2026’s official calendar, and Goyard’s record-breaking 2024 revenue. From Ouyang Nana joining Woolmark to Greg Hsu signing with Canada Goose, and Nike × SKIMS redefining sportswear, the stories highlight how global and Chinese brands are
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.
Kyrie Irving and ANTA debuted HÉLÀ Season 2 and the HÉLÀ Code sneakers at New York Fashion Week, showcasing how the Chinese sportswear brand is evolving beyond performance to shape cultural identity and global relevance.
An immersive sensory collaboration where de Gournay’s artistry meets Mandarin Oriental’s refined hospitality in the heart of historic Qianmen in Beijing.
The house's Shanghai campaign with poet Yu Xiuhua redefines luxury marketing through vulnerability, authorship, and emotional resonance beyond aesthetics.