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This is a word commonly reserved for women. But hey, I woke up one morning and decided it fits me too 🤷🏻♂️ Pronounced as ‘swanh-yey’, it comes from the French language, where it serves as the past participle of the verb "soigner," meaning "to take care of." It’s a term that represents elegantly maintained, polished, or well-groomed. An individual in an impeccable tailored suit with flawless grooming or a beautifully arranged meal at a fine restaurant are examples when soigné is out to good use. As an #event curator, my job is to preach and deliver soigné whenever possible. Each planning and execution requires the finest attention to detail. Nothing is left to chance. Every combination and #collaboration are collectively created to bring out the best for ourselves and our partners. Believe when I tell you that delivery quality coupled with some soigné will elevate your #mindset. Levels, it’s all about being in different levels. Being in a state of soigné may seem like a chore to some but once you put it into simple practice, you will soon question why you’ve not done it any sooner. Simple tweaks and refinements are all that’s needed to set things in motion. Change one thing at a time. Commit to nice shirts. Commit to a new pair of shoes. Commit to adding a pocket square. Commit to a mesmerising cologne. Commit to style, quality, excellence (the OGs will know this). Commit to individuality. PS: You get a free coffee if you know where this lift-fie was taken! —————— I share an interesting word every Wednesday and would couple it with a lift-fie whenever possible. If you are into style, quality and excellence in your career, hit that 🔔 or connect with Andrew Tai today!

Luxury brands so often communicate craft and expertise through perfection: the making of an accessory in a gleaming factory, or at the most, an orderly atelier putting the finishing touches on perfectly conceived pieces. But you can also convey perfection through showing a little imperfection. I love the spirit of this mini-film from SCHIAPARELLI that turns the craft narrative on its head. It conveys the expertise, craft, and creativity at the core of the house by showing everything that didn't make the cut: the ideas that fell apart in fittings, the finished pieces that just didn't work. Have other designers done this before? Sure, but mostly through documentaries (Dior & I, Signe Chanel, etc.) or tightly controlled editorial features, not as official brand communication. It's a risky approach, but one that shows a kind of openness and humanity that adds to a brand's credibility.

My illustrated series for #Houbigant explored the Royal theme, setting every #fragrance in a luxurious and opulent background, relating every #perfume to a specific character: https://bit.ly/3Cv92Lu

Day 3 of the 30-day challenge: Our Color Palette 🌈 At Joy Kimchi, every color we use is chosen to reflect the spirit of our brand. Our vibrant palette adds to our joyful atmosphere and tells a story about Korean heritage and culinary delight! Spicy Red: Represents excitement, passion, and the bold flavors of our Korean dishes. Golden Yellow: Evokes warmth, happiness, and the feeling of joy in every bite. Deep Teal: Adds a sense of calm and balance, representing freshness and the earthy quality of our natural ingredients. Creamy White: Brings a clean, simple aesthetic, highlighting our commitment to quality and clarity. Sophisticated Black: Adds a modern, refined touch, enhancing the readability of our text and grounding the palette. Visual: A graphic featuring swatches of each color in the palette with a brief description of its significance, presented in a clean and vibrant layout.

😱"They're Asian and everything..."    Cardi B’s Met Gala response was NOT it👇    Takeaway: Chinese designers have yet to receive the respect they deserve!    During the recent Met Gala, Cardi B wore an intricate dress by Chinese designer Sensen Lii of the brand WINDOWSEN.    When asked the typical question of who she’s wearing, her forgetful response was, "They're Asian and everything”    (Followed by an excuse about pronunciation difficulties 😬)    ...pretty sure Cardi B can say ‘Sensen Lii’! Don’t rappers memorise countless bars with ease? 😅    This level of dismissiveness doesn’t happen to French, Italian, Japanese designers, does it?!     The Met Gala = an event where most designers could only DREAM to have their creations displayed.    🤔 Besides attend, celebs only have 1 job: to credit them!    But - beyond a few silly memes, this behaviour was hardly questioned.    It's like we're accustomed to this kind of treatment towards Chinese talents.    I’m NOT here to diss or focus on Cardi B - rather I think we should pay attention to this pattern.    So that we can give these sidelined creatives the recognition they DESERVE 👏 Just like everyone else!    For so long, products from China have been labelled as "fake," "copied," or "low quality.”    But Chinese designers and labels today have become a major force in fashion – Shanghai already IS a global fashion capital!   So it’s time to move on 🙌    Otherwise, this outdated notion will continue to overshadow many hardworking individuals.    Let’s praise ALL great work, no matter where it’s from, and get rid of these exclusive ‘hierarchies’ in the fashion world.    Anyone else feel this way?    What were your thoughts on the incident?  Arnold Ma #china #socialmedia #fashion

Unexpected Market Insights: The Booming Traditional Costume Industry in Valencia Last week, I encountered a classic example of how quickly market assumptions can be challenged. While browsing online, I came across an ad for a 'traditional costume shop' here in Valencia. My initial reaction was to comment to Natascha Turner about how niche that market must be. After all, how much demand could there really be for traditional attire in a modern city? Fast forward just three days, and I found myself at the harvest festival in Requena, surrounded by over 3,000 couples—all dressed in traditional garb. The sight was both surprising and eye-opening. From young children to elderly couples, the commitment to traditional dress was evident across all ages. As we continued to explore, it became clear that this wasn’t an isolated event. Similar scenes unfold across almost every town and city in the region, particularly around religious festivals. These gatherings don't just involve traditional clothing; they often feature thousands of elaborate floral decorations offered as part of the celebrations—another thriving seasonal industry that I had completely overlooked. This experience was a powerful reminder of the importance of on the ground research and local cultural understanding. What I initially dismissed as a niche market turned out to be a vibrant and widespread tradition, deeply embedded in the community. The demand for traditional costumes and associated goods is far from niche; it's a flourishing industry that peaks during these significant cultural events. For businesses and researchers alike, this serves as a valuable lesson: never underestimate the cultural elements that drive market demand. Sometimes, the most vibrant markets are hiding in plain sight, thriving in the traditions and practices that are deeply woven into the fabric of local life.

Garant 🤝 BAS ID Read more about the process and thinking behind Garant’s new visual identity in Resumé below!

https://lnkd.in/guxZ8AX8 What do Met Gala looks tell us about our cultural perception of beauty? How does that perception align (or fail to align) with transcendental beauty? Check out my article on Crisis to learn more.

Enchanting-beauty are the only words that come to mind when seeing Madelyn Clines’ dress at the Met Gala this weekend. 🔗 CHECK OUT THE FULL BLOG WITH THE LINK BELOW https://lnkd.in/gRjjbtJE

https://lnkd.in/eCxQBKY3 « Speed is a 20th century obsession ». There is a difference between industry and craft. Following my previous post about time, freedom, respect and relativity ; here is a brilliant and instructive interview regarding #textile #luxury and the delays in getting a Hermès bag ; where most of today’s socioeconomic issues in both offer and demand can be adressed and transposed. Another point : when I give and provide lessons, one is not only paying for the time allocated, it’s also taking into account the years and time it took for such a level to be reached. As a mobility challenged person, who didn’t need to, many should be made to walk miles in other’s shoes, they’ll see time differently, and rewire their brain and general analysis and perception. Unlikely. Most people fail to comprehend, grasp and remember. For those who can, do and are willing to : Enjoy this interview, reaching all industries and domains, businesses and trades, in this postmodernist era that is starting to shakily crumble. (Besos y suerte a todos).