fashion

H&M pulls ad accused of sexualising kids

January 23, 2024 | 15:16

Swedish fast fashion giant H&M on Tuesday said it had pulled an advert for school clothing, which critics said sexualised young girls.

UNIQLO applies technology to its operation in Vietnam

December 04, 2023 | 10:00

UNIQLO is developing to the shopping needs of Vietnamese customers.

Inflow lands $2 million to bring unmatched advantages to global fashion brands

November 29, 2023 | 14:43

Inflow has landed a $2 million seed round to bring the sourcing and manufacturing advantages of a tech-enabled supply chain to fashion brands of all sizes.

Fashion names face off for new slice

August 04, 2023 | 09:00

Due to struggles in overseas markets, Vietnam has become a promising land for both local and foreign fashion brands to face off in a market rife with fierce competition.

Preserving traditional values through fashion

March 06, 2023 | 09:38

Renowned Japanese designer Kobayashi Eiko, founder of non-profit organisation Be-Japon, discussed with VIR’s Thai An about culture as symbolised in unique costumes that combine the typical traditional features of the Japanese kimono and Vietnamese ao dai.

Fashion show to highlight cultural ties with Japan

February 22, 2023 | 10:30

A fashion show revolving around the kimono and ao dai will take place on March 4, aiming to promote cultural exchange between Vietnam and Japan.

3D fashion hitting Vietnam’s tech space

November 03, 2022 | 15:09

The fusion of fashion and technology can not only create unique products, but also help new brands increase their competitive advantage over others that still rely on traditional models.

Fast fashion brands scale up for growth

September 29, 2022 | 14:09

Surviving and developing in a competitive fast fashion market remains a challenge for many brands, especially for newcomers.

H&M to wind down operations in Russia

July 20, 2022 | 10:49

Swedish fashion retailer H&M said on Monday it had decided to wind down operations in Russia, after pausing all sales there in March following Moscow's invasion of Ukraine.

Con Cung seeks 200 premises to open new outlets during the pandemic

August 19, 2021 | 11:41

Con Cung, the leading retail chain for mom and baby products, is looking for 200 locations to open new outlets during the pandemic.

H&M fighting to save fanbase after social media backlash

April 13, 2021 | 12:36

The future performance of Swedish-backed H&M Vietnam has been on edge in the wake of a recent “nine-dash line” incident.

Is H&M unfit to pursue strategy to grow number of stores?

January 16, 2021 | 21:29

H&M decided to expand its network of outlets in Vietnam. However, the strategy may not work out as planned due to the strong preference for online retail.

COVID-19 puts Black Friday 2020 in gloomy atmosphere

November 27, 2020 | 18:43

Black Friday 2020 is submerging in a gloomy atmosphere as a result of the prolonged tightening wallets driven by COVID-19.

Muji opens its largest store in Southeast Asia in Vietnam

November 27, 2020 | 13:56

Muji officially opened its largest store in Southeast Asia in Vietnam in the context of its success in controlling the COVID-19 epidemic and Black Friday.