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When Stanley Lost to Owala: Lessons from the TikTok Effect
Stanley was the best tumbler maker for years. Its famous "Quencher" became a viral hit, making an old brand a must-have for Gen Z. At its height, Stanley cups sold out online in minutes and were then sold for twice or three times the original price.

Raffles Jakarta
Aug 27, 20253 min read


THE LEADERSHIP RESET: WHAT GEN Z EXPECTS FROM FUTURE CEOS
For a significant period, CEOs were primarily evaluated based on their quarterly growth, bottom-line results, and shareholder value. However, Gen Z is ushering in a new era of leadership in 2025.

Raffles Jakarta
Aug 26, 20252 min read


SHOPPERTAINMENT: HOW LIVESTREAM SHOPPING IS CHANGING CONSUMER HABITS
It's not enough to click "add to cart" anymore. In 2025, it's all about being entertained, involved, and affected in real time.

Raffles Jakarta
Aug 25, 20252 min read


The Evolution of Musicians in Fashion
There has always been a connection between fashion and music.

Raffles Jakarta
Aug 22, 20253 min read


WELLNESS MEETS WARDROBE: HOW FITNESS CULTURE SHAPES FASHION TRENDS
Wellness has gone from being a personal goal to a cultural movement in the last ten years, and fashion has followed suit.

Raffles Jakarta
Aug 22, 20253 min read


FROM "MY BODY, MY LIFE" TO "YOU CAN'T WIN, THEN WIN": WHY NIKE AND OTHERS ARE SHIFTING THEIR MESSAGE ON BODY IMAGE
A few years ago, big companies that made clothes for both fashion and sports, like Nike, Adidas, and Victoria's Secret, celebrated diversity by showing off a wide range of body types.

Raffles Jakarta
Aug 21, 20253 min read


THE CHILD OF A HOLY MARRIAGE OR JUST ANOTHER PARTNERSHIP? WHAT IS DENZA?
When Mercedes-Benz and BYD, two automotive giants from different continents, announced a joint venture, the industry was abuzz.

Raffles Jakarta
Aug 20, 20253 min read


BANG BANG! MY FAVORITE ONE CAME IN A PODCAST
Podcasts have changed from niche shows for hobbyists to one of the most potent types of media in the world. The industry took off in the middle of the 2010s, when shows like Serial and The Joe Rogan Experience were at the top of the charts.

Raffles Jakarta
Aug 18, 20254 min read


FROM RUNWAY TO REELS: HOW FASHION WEEKS ARE TURNING INTO GOLD MINES FOR SOCIAL COMMERCE
Fashion weeks aren't just about the front row and the flashing cameras anymore. They're made for the "scroll-stopping" moment.

Raffles Jakarta
Aug 15, 20252 min read


AI-GENERATED FASHION MODELS IN E-COMMERCE
Fashion retailers are adopting AI-generated avatars at a faster rate in 2025, which will change the way clothing is modeled, advertising is filmed, and narratives are presented.

Raffles Jakarta
Aug 15, 20252 min read


VOICE-FIRST SEARCH OPTIMIZATION (VSO): THE KEY TO FUTURE SEARCH IN 2025
The rise of voice-activated AI assistants has fundamentally altered user behavior, necessitating a reevaluation of content creation and organization by marketers. Voice-First Search Optimization (VSO) is not just an answer to this shift, but a transformative force that caters to an audience that now articulates their queries instead of typing them.

Raffles Jakarta
Aug 14, 20253 min read


BRAND COLLABS IN 2025: WHAT WORKS, WHAT DOESN’T, AND WHAT’S NEXT?
In the fast-paced world of fashion today, the unexpected is what keeps us on our toes.

Raffles Jakarta
Aug 13, 20254 min read


GOOD GENES OR GOOD JEANS? WHEN SMART CAMPAIGNS GO WRONG
At first glance, it was a funny play on words that referenced both denim and good looks that run in the family. But it didn't take long for the campaign to upset people.

Raffles Jakarta
Aug 12, 20254 min read


From Beats to Business
The music industry has always been more than sound; it's about identity, storytelling, and influence. In 2025, that influence is more potent than ever, thanks to a world where social media, streaming platforms, and brand collaborations collide.

Raffles Jakarta
Aug 11, 20254 min read


Shock Marketing in the Social Media Age: When Audacious Steps Create or Destroy Brands
Brands are using shock marketing, an approach that disrupts, provokes, and frequently polarizes, to grab consumers' attention in the digital age.

Raffles Jakarta
Aug 8, 20252 min read


The Power of Employee-Generated Content (EGC) in Marketing (2025 Trend)
Employee-Generated Content (EGC) is a marketing trend that is growing quickly in all kinds of businesses, from tech to fashion to hospitality.

Raffles Jakarta
Aug 8, 20253 min read


How Fashion Shows Change the Future of Brands
Global fashion events are not just about showcasing seasonal collections. They are cultural statements, business opportunities, and chances to build a brand.

Raffles Jakarta
Aug 7, 20253 min read


What Meta's Super Intelligence Labs Mean for Business in 2025 and Beyond
By 2025, AI will not only be a tool; it will also be the architect of whole business ecosystems. Meta's recent announcement of its Super Intelligence (SI) Labs is a significant leap forward in that process.

Raffles Jakarta
Aug 7, 20253 min read


What Generative AI is doing to market research and what it means for the future of business
Timing and insights are critical in the field of market research. Surveys, focus groups, and interviews are all traditional ways to get information, but they can be slow, expensive, and not very useful.

Raffles Jakarta
Aug 6, 20252 min read


Dior: Bag or Burger?
Do you want to buy a bag or a pistachio éclair with the Dior logo on it?
Luxury fashion brands are now serving more than just clothes.

Raffles Jakarta
Aug 5, 20254 min read
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