The pandemic has made people the world over re-evaluate their priorities. In Japan, singletons are increasingly seeking the stability of marriage. With an inability to meet people IRL due to COVID-19, matchmaking company Sunmarie is offering creative solutions to forge relationships online.

Oversized suits and ‘masculine’ silhouettes are increasingly popular among young Chinese women, part of a trend called ‘Mengmei Style’. Clothes have always been political, and in a censored culture, they’re empowering people to communicate ideologies that they wouldn't dare say out loud.

Launched a decade ago, Singles’ Day has become the biggest sale of the year in China. As shopping preferences change – particularly among Gen Yers and Zers, who are increasingly adopting a digital-first approach – brands are adapting strategies to optimise their reach, impact, and profit margins.

While the Chinese online sexual wellness industry is growing rapidly, women are still left behind when it comes to access, and the country’s conservative regulations make it hard to find information. The Oh Collective is a female-founded sexual wellness company aiming to change that.