Fashion

Balenciaga launches flagship store on JD.com

Balenciaga joins other Kering brands like Gucci and Saint Laurent on JD.com.

Balenciaga launches flagship store on JD.com

Balenciaga joins other Kering brands like Gucci and Saint Laurent on JD.com.

UNIQLO appoints Clare Waight Keller as creative director

She will now oversee both the UNIQLO mainline collection and menswear starting Fall/Winter 2024.

PUMA targets tech-savvy youngsters on TikTok

The world’s third-biggest activewear maker uses local influencers to connect with its market.

How brands can align with Gen Z’s lifestyle-focused beauty trends in India

Brands need to focus their communication on beauty maintenance routines, a growing trend on social media.

JD.com invests $141m to establish JD Fashion platform

It will allow thousands of brands to launch new fashion products at the same time on JD’s marketplace.

Balmain ventures into beauty with fragrance line

It will feature an eight all-gender eaux de parfum. 

Amorepacific’s HERA makes Thai market debut

It will focus on core products like cushion foundations, liquid foundations, and lip tints.

Levi Strauss names Jude Celedin as GM for ANZ

He will play a key role in supporting the company's DTC strategy.

Korean culture drives Southeast Asia sportswear trends

The global sportswear industry is expected to grow about 7% annually until 2027.

How can fashion brands turn sustainability pledges into actions?

McKinsey says 40% of fashion brands reported rising emissions since making public commitments to decarbonisation.

Korea launches new strategy to boost textile and fashion industry

It includes developing world-class technologies in high-performance aramids, carbon fibers, and electronic textiles by 2030.

How L’Oréal uses digital technology to become a ‘beauty life companion’

It blends data, creativity, and cutting-edge technology to reshape consumer experiences.

Love, Bonito opens first retail store in the Philippines

The expansion follows Love, Bonito’s recent rebranding and assortment revamp in March. 

Jaspal Group partners with Centric Software to boost operational efficiency

It aims to scale sustainably and enhance efficiency as it expands across Southeast Asia.

1 in 2 APAC consumers willing to pay more for science-backed beauty products

About 38% prioritise premium ingredients over brand names in skincare.

L’Occitane’s sustainable brand experiences in travel retail rings true with authenticity

The brand’s efforts include responsible ingredient sourcing, eco-friendly packaging, and energy-efficient practices.