Tuesday, 29 November 2011

The luxury empire

It's not exaggerating if we call Luis Vuitton the most well-known luxury brand in the world. Although some questions its over expansion, mass production and bombard advertising, we cannot deny its global success. 

Class Visit Shanghai
After Japan, China has become the brand major target. With the saturated market in Europe, LV is building its biggest store in China next.
100 million euro stairs
The porcelain dress designed by Li Xiaofeng. I bet no one is going to wear it but it's a great way for marketing.  Louis Vitton never stops renovation and localization. Can you feel a taste of China here?
Porcelain dress
 The Chinese luxury market is growing so rapidly just like the country's economy, it's beyond many's expect ions. But it's still new so of course it has many problems. In stead of criticizing people's lack of knowledge and taste, the smart companies and individuals see it as opportunities: the chance to educate the clients. Just like babies, they learn fast and whoever plant the ideas in their mind first will be the winners.  

Wednesday, 9 November 2011

Dolce & Gabbana Party


I am invited to attend the Dolce & Gabbana Party on the bund? Someone pinch me please? 


The two genius designers are surprisingly friendly and easy going. They have showed their Italian joyful attitude. I was one step away from a group picture with them... should have been faster. :(

Like the DJ?

Me in D&G coat on a Vespa! La dolce vita :)

As much as I enjoyed the it, don't forget it's just another marketing strategy. The  shooting, champagne and celebrities all aim to make a buzz in the city. The scene with Italian background and vespa enforced the brand origin and identity; the presence of Dolce and Gabbana made the brand more personal. The final goal is to get you to swipe your credit card.

Well, I am attempted, are you?