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How Chinese toy giant Pop Mart thinks local, dominates global

Inside Retail

Around 2012, Wang had already recognised the popularity of toys in his stores. Working with artists, he created first characters, then different figurines of each, and for the past decade, he has been building a pool of more than 100 trademarked characters. The balance is sourced from local artists in each market the company enters.

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Deniz Aktay and the potential of hyper-realistic furniture renders

Design Wanted

Up to now, these channels with millions of viewers were rarely opened for unknown artists and designers but mostly reserved for established professionals. It’s the perfect strategy for someone who has endless ideas but not yet the means to realise all of them. “My In my opinion, this contrast qualifies for a good visualisation.”.

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Proudly made in China: How Chinese consumers are reclaiming domestic brands

Inside Retail

Originally famed for its basic canvas plimsolls worn by martial artists and monks, French businessman Patrice Bastian discovered Feiyue and bought the overseas rights to sell the brand in 2005. While this seemed like an easy and sure-fire strategy, such linkages no longer appeal to millennials today. CASE STUDY : Neiwai.

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