Wang Yibo, William Chan drive buzz for Chanel’s Cruise 2024 showcase in Shenzhen

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Chanel staged its Cruise 2024 collection in China’s tech hub, Shenzhen, on November 2, its first major event in the mainland since 2019.  Read More

‘I Am T-Rex’ Animation Sets China Re-Release, Picked Up by Autumn Sun

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‘I Am T-Rex’ Animation Sets China Re-Release, Picked Up by Autumn Sun Read More

China’s TikTok Bans Rapid Livestream Selling

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In stark contrast to the typically long-winded product explanations on China’s e-commerce livestreams, the “rapid introductions” of products with little explanation has been a surprise hit among consumers. Read More

Headlines From China: Jia Zhangke On Pingyao Film Festival’s Return; New International Film Fund & Upcoming Feature ‘We Shall Be All’

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Jia Zhangke On Pingyao Film Festival’s Return; New International Film Fund & Upcoming Feature ‘We Shall Be All’ Read More

Douyin Beauty Sales Hit $13.6 Billion in First Three Quarters of 2023

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Douyin is rapidly winning market share from rivals Taobao and Tmall. In the first three quarters of 2023, Douyin Beauty’s GMV climbed 44 percent YoY to $15.4 billion. Read More

‘Games are the social networks of the future’: LVMH and Gucci have taken note

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Gen Z consumers are moving from traditional games to user-generated content games like Roblox. Read More

China’s E-Commerce Slows Down as Celebrities Turn to Xiaohongshu for ‘Quiet Selling’

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Taiwanese singer Annie Yi is the latest celebrity to start “quiet selling” on Xiaohongshu. Here’s why Chinese consumers are gravitating towards these hours-long livestreams.  Read More

Why Brands Need to Pay Attention to China’s Proposed Ban on ‘Offensive Attire’

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China has proposed a law that would ban clothing that “hurts the feelings of the Chinese nation." Should brands start treading lightly? Read More

Young Chinese Turn to Taobao for Psychological Support

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On Taobao, young Chinese can find plenty of people willing to help them talk through their mental health struggles for a fee. However, it is unclear where companionship ends and counseling begins. Read More

Blackpink’s Lisa Ignites Controversy on Chinese Socials with Cabaret Performance

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Blackpink member Lisa has sparked a viral debate on sexualization and female liberation in China after performing at Paris' iconic Crazy Horse cabaret. Read More

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