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Rebels Get Rehab in Colombia’s Fashion Industry

17 September 2018 • By Graciela Martin

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Rebels Get Rehab in Colombia’s Fashion Industry

With 7,000 former FARC rebels trying to find their way back into civil society, Colombia’s $8 billion fashion industry has a unique role to play in the reconciliation of the country after 50-years of conflict. BoF investigates.

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Inside Japan’s Biggest Fashion Festival

15 September 2018 • By Kati Chitrakorn

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Inside Japan’s Biggest Fashion Festival

Tokyo Girls Collection is a shoppable mega-show so popular that it causes hysteria, but only a few brands outside Japan have tapped into this colossal direct-to-consumer opportunity.

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Tommy Hilfiger’s Pivot to Asia

3 September 2018 • By Casey Hall

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Tommy Hilfiger’s Pivot to Asia

Ahead of its TommyNow show in Shanghai, the brand shares its big plans for Asia. Standing in its way are a crowded marketplace, fickle consumers and the potential fallout from a trade war.

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The Real World of Crazy Rich Asians

28 August 2018 • By Kati Chitrakorn

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The Real World of Crazy Rich Asians

The rare Hollywood film with a largely Asian cast signals a major step forward for representation, but does it tell us anything about Asia’s ultra luxury market? BoF investigates.

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China’s Running Craze Gains Mileage in Fashion

21 August 2018 • By Kati Chitrakorn

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China’s Running Craze Gains Mileage in Fashion

As China’s running boom gathers pace, spurred by the ‘athleisure’ trend and encouragement from the government, brands are adjusting their strategies.

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How Luxury Brands Can Seize the Qixi Opportunity

17 August 2018 • By Casey Hall

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How Luxury Brands Can Seize the Qixi Opportunity

As Chinese Valentine’s Day approaches, experts weigh in on how luxury brands can capitalise on one of the most important shopping festivals in China.

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Selling Sparkle to Africa’s Super Rich

9 August 2018 • By Mazzi Odu

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Selling Sparkle to Africa’s Super Rich

As Africa’s two largest economies make a comeback, brands and retailers see growing opportunity for fine jewellery sales on the continent.

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Controversial Hip-Hop Stars Keep Brands Guessing

7 August 2018 • By Casey Hall

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Controversial Hip-Hop Stars Keep Brands Guessing

China’s streetwear market is booming thanks to the local hip-hop scene, but its stars are under the microscope of the authorities.

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Chinese E-Commerce Giants Battle for Luxury Supremacy

3 August 2018 • By Casey Hall

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Chinese E-Commerce Giants Battle for Luxury Supremacy

Alibaba’s Luxury Pavilion and JD.com’s Toplife are going head-to-head, but which of these specialised platforms is a better partner for luxury brands?

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Cheaper Luxury Gets Chinese Excited

31 July 2018 • By Zoe Suen

Cheaper Luxury Gets Chinese Excited

Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Hermès and Burberry all reduced their prices in China this month. Who is next and how will this impact the bottom line?