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We examined 600 top-performing WeChat articles from September periods across 2023, 2024, and 2025, weighted by engagement metrics. Some of the trends we unveil show significant shifts in the cultural and marketing landscape. Users’ attention is shifting from politics to finance, with a rising discussion about the environment Top category by article amount: Top category by like amount: Weighted as …
As platforms prepare for the most competitive Double 11 ever, Taobao Instant Commerce has become Alibaba’s do-or-die strategy to reclaim leadership. The company generated immense PR buzz and impressive merchant metrics by enabling customers to receive their orders within hours rather than days. What Is Taobao Instant Commerce? In February 2025, JD tried to leverage its superior in-house logistics to …
Allgrey fashion trend, or 格雷系 in Chinese, which involves the layering of items in different shades of grey, was the major fashion fad in the last months of 2023 going into 2024. Originating amidst the winter season, this trend has seen an extraordinary rise in popularity, growing MoM 29.53X on average from November to January and captivating over 300 million views in relevant topics on Red/Xiaohongshu. In this edition of our micro …
Chinese New Year Marketing Ranking – Luxury Handbags and Shoes Industry Chinese New Year marketing engagements include both brand and organic content. Luxury Sector Chinese New Year Marketing Summary Insights Offline artistic installations The recent Chinese New Year marketing campaigns by luxury brands have showcased a significant uptick in the deployment of offline artistic installations, a testament to the brands’ …
The term Yabi (亚比) refers to hardcore subculture advocates who incorporate its aesthetics into their daily lifestyle, especially in fashion. Inspired by subcultures like punk, goth, hippie, grunge, and cyberpunk. 78.6% of Yabi audience is from Gen Z. Yabi’s rise in the fashion domain marks a transformative phase with a remarkable 436% increase from Q4 2022 to Q4 2023. It’s redefining …
The Double 11 Shopping Festival in China has just wrapped up. Although the eCommerce platforms didn’t reveal staggering sales figures as they used to, we observe quite lively social discussions before and after the event. By analyzing the social discussions around Double 11, we can get a sense of who the winning brands are in driving engagement and traffic to …
Chengdu, with its population of 21 million, is rapidly emerging as a pivotal hub for global fashion brands. This city is an attractive alternative to the oversaturated markets of Shanghai and Beijing, offering fresh opportunities in the fashion industry. This analysis delves into the burgeoning fashion trends within the dynamic Sichuan-Chongqing region. Anchored by Chengdu’s rich historical heritage and its …
China’s fashion landscape has witnessed a transformative shift in recent years, as the lines distinguishing men’s and women’s wear have increasingly blurred. Genderless, or gender-neutral fashion, emerges not just as a fleeting trend but as a potent statement of individuality and cultural evolution. Mentions of this fashion-forward movement on the influential platform Red (Xiaohongshu) have seen a surge, doubling in …
The “Maillard Style“: A culinary-inspired fashion sensation, this trend, reminiscent of the browning reaction observed in steaks, witnessed an astounding surge in August, seeing a +28,900% increase in mentions on Red/Xiaohongshu. In this edition of our micro trend report, we delve into: The analysis is empowered by Doris, WalktheChat In-house A.I. Social Listening Tool. “Maillard style” draws inspiration from the …
As the world emerges from the shadows of the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s crucial to examine how various industries have been reshaped by this unprecedented event. In particular, the handbag industry in China has witnessed significant transformations over the past two years. In today’s article, we will delve into: The analysis is empowered by Doris, WalktheChat In-house A.I. Social Listening Tool. …
