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Inside Chanel's Cruise 2025/26 Repeat Show Singapore: How Raffles Students Stepped Into the World of Luxury Fashion Production
When Chanel staged its Cruise 2025/26 Repeat Show at the historic Raffles Hotel Singapore, the world's fashion media turned its attention to the Little Red Dot.

Raffles Singapore
Nov 24, 20254 min read


Van Cleef & Arpels' Alhambra and the Timeless Luxury Strategy
Luxury fashion is not just about aesthetics; it's a rich legacy, exceptional craftsmanship, and a profound emotional connection. Van Cleef & Arpels' Alhambra collection, established in 1968, is a perfect example of this. The four-leaf clover design, symbolizing luck, love, and harmony, has created a deep emotional bond with its admirers. As the luxury market evolves, the challenge is to modernize this classic charm while preserving its emotional essence.

Raffles Jakarta
Nov 24, 20255 min read


Is Offline the New Luxury?
In an era dominated by screens, the significance of silence, privacy, and disengagement from technology is increasingly recognized. By 2025, the practice of 'going offline,' once a largely unnoticed action, has evolved into a status symbol and a novel means of demonstrating one's affluence, creating an exclusive club of digitally disengaged individuals.

Raffles Jakarta
Nov 24, 20254 min read


Pomelli by Google Labs and the New Era of Intelligent Brand Management
Brand management has evolved from basic marketing strategies to intricate, data-driven systems that leverage artificial intelligence to adapt to the rapidly changing business landscape.

Raffles Jakarta
Nov 21, 20254 min read


The 2025 Festive Boom and Its Impact on the D2C Revolution
The 2025 festive season has once again underscored the transformative impact of Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) brands on the global retail landscape, particularly in rapidly expanding markets such as India.

Raffles Jakarta
Nov 21, 20254 min read


The Evolution of Smart Enterprises and Artificial Intelligence in Business Transformation
Artificial intelligence was once merely a buzzword in discussions, but it has now become a pivotal element in shaping contemporary business strategies.

Raffles Jakarta
Nov 20, 20255 min read


Co-Design and Cross-Cultural Collaboration as Engines for Social Transformation in Design Education
Introduction
Design education is undergoing a fundamental transformation. No longer confined to producing aesthetic solutions or responding to commercial market demands, contemporary design pedagogy increasingly embraces ethical responsibility, cultural sensitivity, and direct engagement with global communities.

Raffles Jakarta
Nov 19, 20254 min read


The Paradox of Value in Modern Luxury Marketing
In various luxury sectors, including fashion, jewelry, automobiles, and timepieces, a paradox emerges that characterizes contemporary value: the priciest materials do not necessarily result in superior products.

Raffles Jakarta
Nov 19, 20255 min read


Smart Stores Smart Consumers
The retail world is on the brink of a transformation, where technology and human intuition converge to empower consumers. Smart stores, powered by AI, data analytics, and digital integration, are transforming the shopping experience and the way brands engage with their audience. In this new era, customers transcend their role as mere buyers; they are active participants in a thoughtful shopping journey, taking control of their experience.

Raffles Jakarta
Nov 18, 20253 min read


WHAT ARE SOCIAL COMMERCE CONSTRUCTS AND WHY THEY MATTER
Social commerce has swiftly evolved from a niche concept into a defining force in modern digital markets. Platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and Xiaohongshu are no longer just spaces for social interaction; they are sophisticated commercial ecosystems where social dynamics, platform design, and psychological signals shape consumer decisions. Understanding social commerce constructs is essential because these underlying mechanisms determine how consumers behave, ho

Raffles Jakarta
Nov 17, 20255 min read


The Evolution of Flagship Stores as Icons of Modern Luxury
In the modern era of luxury, a flagship store is more than just a place to shop. This building is a cultural center, a living example of a brand's DNA, and a statement in architecture. Customers are immersed in a world where design, storytelling, and business strategy come together to create what we now call experiential luxury. These stores have been meticulously designed to make this world for their customers.

Raffles Jakarta
Nov 17, 20254 min read


The Von Restorff Effect as a Strategic Tool for High Performance Marketing
In an era where consumers scroll through more content in a single day than previous generations encountered in an entire month, capturing attention has become one of the most critical challenges facing marketers. Surrounded by algorithmic feeds, rapid-fire video formats, and endless digital stimuli, individuals increasingly rely on cognitive shortcuts to decide what is worth remembering.

Raffles Jakarta
Nov 17, 20258 min read


The Vibe and the Grind: On Lasting Skill in an Instant Culture
A new term has emerged in the world of technology and culture: "vibe coding." It describes programming in an intuitive, improvisational way, often supported by intelligent tools such as today's generative AI. This approach emphasizes feeling the flow of a solution instead of following strict methods.

Raffles Jakarta
Nov 14, 20253 min read


Tiffany Blue Is More Than Just a Color!
When it comes to the realm of fashion and luxury, color is more than just a matter of personal preference; it is a means of conveying individuality, emotion

Raffles Jakarta
Nov 14, 20255 min read


Green Building Challenges and the Path Forward in Malaysia
The Global Push for Greener Buildings
Green buildings are changing the way cities develop all over the world. Throughout their whole life cycle, these structures are made to be resource-conscious, energy-efficient, and environmentally responsible. Malaysia has joined the bandwagon and is incorporating green ideas into its building design and policy frameworks as countries adopt more stringent sustainability standards. But putting green building principles into practice is r

Raffles Kuala Lumpur
Nov 13, 20253 min read


The Power of Smart Sales Management in Modern Business
Effective sales management is a crucial factor in achieving success in the fashion industry. It's not just about selling more, but about selling smarter, especially in a landscape where consumer preferences can shift rapidly and digital trends dictate the market's direction.

Raffles Jakarta
Nov 13, 20254 min read


From Seoul to Sephora: How K-Beauty and Korean Culture Redefined Global Fashion and Beauty
Western styles have long dominated the realms of beauty and fashion, from Parisian chic to Hollywood glam. However, in the past decade, a remarkable cultural shift has occurred: K-Beauty and K-Fashion have transcended borders and gained global popularity. What began as a local trend, rooted in South Korea's unique concepts of self-care, innovation, and digital influence, has evolved into a worldwide movement, reshaping how people dress, style, and perceive beauty.

Raffles Jakarta
Nov 12, 20254 min read


Fashion Enters the Game: How Virtual Worlds Redefine Style and Consumer Culture
The convergence of Fashion and gaming, propelled by the evolution of digital technology, is a groundbreaking development.

Raffles Jakarta
Nov 11, 20254 min read


THE TRANSFORMATIVE POWER OF GLP-1 MEDICATIONS
How Ozempic and Its Counterparts Are Reshaping Consumer Behavior Across Industries

Raffles Jakarta
Nov 10, 20254 min read


The Future of Business Management in 2025: When AI Becomes the New Strategic Partner
In 2025, business leaders will face a significant change. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic tool; it's the empowering partner revolutionizing management, strategy, and innovation across every industry, putting leaders in the driver's seat of change. Search Engine Journal's recent article "The Same But Different: Evolving Your Strategy For AI-Driven Discovery" (2025) does a great job of showing how this change has happened.

Raffles Jakarta
Nov 7, 20254 min read
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