消息: The Woman Behind Hermes’ Windows, China’s Lagging Aesthetics, China Daily (Not The Newspaper), China’s Luxury Brands

Trendland | Leila Menchari - Behind Hermes Windows

If you’ve ever marvelled at the storied window displays at the Hermes flagship store in Paris, then Menchari probably had something to do with the design. This trendland article provides a brief biography of Menchari and an array of Hermes eye candy.

Advertising Age | Why China’s Distinctive Creative Aesthetic Has Been Slow To Peak

An interesting perspective on why China is lagging in its creativity compared to its Western counterparts through the looking glass of the advertising industry.  

Forbes | Can China Produce A Luxury Brand

A short article written by Blue Carreon, basically articulating that China’s luxury brands so far are behind Western brands such as those by LVMH. He attributes this to the fact that Chinese brands don’t possess any ubiquitous fashion icons than say, Dior, from Paris. Though I agree with some of the article’s points, Carreon seems to equate the term “luxury” with a brand that is both big and famous. I don’t personally agree with this, but an interesting read, nevertheless. 

China Daily Blog (Not The Newspaper)

Written by Deborah Vandam, this newly-launched blog is not (I repeat, not) associated with the newspaper. An informative read with the same premise as mine on fashion in China.  

Image Source: Hermes Window Display via Trendland.net