Yoon Ahn is no stranger to collaboration. The jeweller and designer, who co-founded her own label Ambush with her partner Verbal, has lent her creative eye to brands all over the globe (including Nike, Off-White and Sacai). Now, the Tokyo-based designer has channelled her talents into a new partn…
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Trend Alert! The Brand Moves You Should Be Paying Attention To Right Now
The Smithsonian shows that our collective scrambling to define the canon is, in fact, a rebellious act. Alrosa begs the question of ownership. Outdoor Voices pulls a Mariah Carey. There is a lot to be said about defining business strategy and how to build a brand. Strategy, however, is only half …
ASPIRE Pick of the Week: NU MI Design Hosts Successful Second Edition of Annual Exhibition
On September 21st and 22nd 2019, NU MI Design House – the integrated interior design, procurement, bespoke furniture manufacturer and homeware product designer, organised the second edition of its interior and product design exhibition. The exhibition took place at LASWA Yard Falomo Jetty, …
NU MI Design House Presents the Second Edition of its Annual Design Exhibition
NU MI Design House, the integrated interior design, procurement, bespoke furniture manufacturer and homeware product designer, has announced that its 2019 interior and product design exhibition will take place on September 21 and 22. Nigerian art has captured the imagination of a global audience …
Kenya Shines in Africa’s Lineup of Admired Brands
Kenya is home to 16 percent of the 25 most admired brands in Africa, according to a survey by the Nairobi Stock Exchange in partnership with Geopoll, Kantar, Brand Leadership and africapractice. The Brand Africa 100: Africa’s Best Brands survey shows that South Africa has more admired brands, acc…
Trend Alert! Luxury Brands Are Finally Speaking ‘Streetwear’
In January, the men’s fashion month kicked off in London and with the exception of Burberry, Gucci and Balenciaga — each have opted for co-ed shows presented during the upcoming women’s fashion month — another men’s season has drawn to a close. The most evident shift could be observed in the tran…
Fendi Is Updating Its Iconic Baguette Bag
Fendi is looking to make friends with a younger generation. The storied Italian fashion company is placing a greater focus on the Baguette, a handbag it introduced in 1997 to great fanfare. Then, the Baguette was considered to be an It bag, an accessory that automatically signified one’s status, …
ASPIRE Pick of the Week: Heritage Is Still Crucial to Luxury Fashion
Earlier this month, Apple shares slid by 10% and many insiders ascribed this weak performance to the lack of innovation in its latest products. Brunello Cucinelli shares dramatically dipped following its 2018 report that saw a revenues increase of +8.1% – something considered too low and slow by …
Trend Alert! 5 Powerful Consumer Trends For 2019
If you plan to make waves in 2019, then consider running with one (or more!) of these big five emerging consumer trends. The brands and organizations living these trends are already setting consumer expectations. You can too. As you read this report, keep asking yourself: how will these trends sh…
Johannesburg’s Sandton City Mall to Welcome French Luxury Brands in 2019
When globally-acclaimed fashion brands decide to set up shop in Africa, it is typically Johannesburg’s Sandton City mall they look to. The shopping center located in the city’s affluent Sandton neighborhood has carved a niche for itself in the luxury retail space. Three years ago, Sandton City op…