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With tariffs rising and fashion weeks evolving, designers Kim Shui, Iris van Herpen, and Samuel Ross share how to build resilient, distinctive fashion businesses.

Factory owners in China are creating viral content claiming to produce for luxury houses, exposing the power of mass consumer disinformation and perceptions of Chinese manufacturing quality. Read the full story on Jing Daily.

As European and American luxury brands contend with escalating tariffs, industry leaders must navigate higher costs, supply chain disruptions, and changing consumer sentiment. ➡️ President Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs have sparked Chinese retaliation with 34% duties on American goods, creating significant disruption across fashion and luxury sectors with Vietnam facing 46% tariffs and Cambodia 49%. ➡️ Mass-market brands are bearing the brunt of the impact, with Lululemon projecting reduced growth of 5% to 7% (down from 10% in 2024), while Nike and VF Corp saw shares plummet 14% and 28% respectively after the announcement. ➡️ European luxury brands may weather the storm better than their mass-market counterparts as they can more easily pass on the 20% tariff increases to less price-sensitive consumers, though they must be cautious about maintaining perceived value. Read the full analysis on Jing Daily.

Set in Harajuku, Loewe's Crafted World show highlights the maison’s Spanish roots, Japanese market presence, and Anderson-era moments ahead of a creative leadership shift. Read Ashley Ogawa Clarke's on-the-ground analysis from Tokyo.

With rumors of a potential Prada Group acquisition swirling, Versace confronts existential questions about its future direction after years of diluted brand identity under Capri Holdings Limited. Read Daniel André Langer's latest Op-Ed for Jing Daily.

China's next #wellness wave fuses ancient Traditional Chinese Medicine wisdom with modern superfood convenience—creating new opportunities for beauty, beverage, and supplement brands.

Despite generating millions in media impact value with spectacular runway moments, industry experts question whether Coperni Paris's viral strategy can translate into sustainable commercial success. Read the full analysis on Jing Daily.

As premium beauty brands pull away from department store counters, they’re embracing flagship stores and multi-brand retailers. What does this shift mean for the future of beauty retail? Read the analysis from Lisa N..

Once synonymous with ‘mom bags’ and conservative design, Coach has successfully reinvented itself as an ‘it bag’ brand — a standout case study in modern luxury repositioning. Coach’s sales rose 11% year-over-year to $1.7 billion in Q2 FY2025, with sales in Greater China rose 3% YoY. Read the full analysis on Jing Daily.

Is fashion on a fool's errand? The luxury industry must confront higher costs, intensified competition, and shrinking consumer attention spans. Read on for the full analysis and to learn about the brands breaking through.