Vogue Arabia to Launch Annual Ball
The magazine’s inaugural ball will take place in November, the latest in a growing portfolio of live events hosted by publisher Condé Nast.
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The Top 20 Movers, Shakers and Decision-Makers in China Fashion
BEIJING, China — For the past few years, all eyes have been on China. Captivated by the country's rapidly expanding economy, large population and
In India, Thinking Beyond the Cashmere Crowd
Today we are delighted to bring you the first installment of India Inc., a regular column on the Indian luxury market by Bandana Tewari.
The Fashion Trail | 36 Hours in Qatar
DOHA, Qatar — Just before the madness of fashion week season began, I couldn't resist accepting an invitation from Lama El Moatessem to visit Doha,
Behind the Flurry of Store Openings in Australia
SYDNEY, Australia — 2011 was an extremely busy year for luxury retail expansion in Australia. In April, Burberry opened a new flagship on Sydney's
The Fashion Trail | Unravelling Brazil's Luxury Market
RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil – Arriving in Rio de Janeiro in the middle of the Brazilian summer, in a country experiencing an ongoing economic boom,
Is FDI Reform the Answer to the India Problem?
In our second article this week focused on India, we investigate the barriers impeding the growth of India's international luxury goods market, which
Cracking E-Commerce in China
We continue this week's focus on e-commerce by turning our attention on how to succeed in the rapidly expanding e-commerce market in China.
The Fashion Trail | Holon Fashion Week
TEL AVIV, Israel — For people who live smack dab in the middle of the world's most politically charged region, Israelis are a very warm and welcoming
Arc’teryx: An Urban Journey from Outdoor Apparel to Menswear Fashion
VANCOUVER, Canada — An unassuming building, in an unassuming industrial complex. It's hard to believe that this is the headquarters of Arc'teryx, an
How Can Emerging Fashion Brands Get a Leg Up in Chinese Retail?
BEIJING, China — With Chinese luxury consumption projected to account for 20 percent, or US$27 billion, of global luxury sales by 2015, it's no
How to Seize the China Opportunity, Beyond Store Openings
BEIJING, China — According to Bain & Company, a consulting firm, China is currently the world's second largest consumer of luxury goods, ahead of
The Fashion Trail | Australia, Against All Odds
SYDNEY, Australia — Australian fashion has an image problem. When I mentioned to friends that I was thinking of attending Rosemount Australian
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
Indian Fast-Fashion Retailer Trent Jumps on Strong Sales Growth
Shares in the Tata Group-owned business rose nearly 11 percent on Tuesday as the success of a rapid store expansion project boosted confidence in the company’s growth outlook.
Harper’s Bazaar to Launch Philippine Edition
Hearst Magazines International is partnering with Philippine media group AGC Power Holdings to launch the fashion title in November 2027.
Pandora Opens World’s Largest Jewellery Factory in Vietnam
The $150 million plant is the Danish jewellers first outside of Thailand, part of a bid to diversify its manufacturing footprint and boost supply-chain resilience.
Vietnam’s Largest Listed Jeweller Forecasts Loss After Diamond Scandal
PNJ also plans to slash its revenue target. Losses in 2026 are expected as a result of a huge provision for customer buybacks following a smuggling scandal.
Chanel Plans to Keep Investing in China Despite Demand Downturn
CEO Leena Nair pointed to the brand’s recent renovation of its Plaza 66 boutique in Shanghai, calling China ‘a market where the clients understand sophistication, refinement.’
Fashion Empire Azzas 2154 to Split Two Years After Failed Merger
Both companies that previously comprised one of Brazil’s largest apparel exporters will retain a stake in Farm Rio after separating.
Indian Fashion Retailer Purple Style Labs Plans IPO
The Bollywood star-backed company behind multi-brand retailer Pernia’s Pop-Up Shop will launch its share sale next week as it taps demand for luxury wedding and occasion wear.