Lockdown savings have inspired many Britons to splurge on themselves, giving heritage luxury brands a boost in business and profile. Canvas8 spoke to nine people across the UK to discuss how shopping for high-end items can fit with their personal identities and social values.

As people increasingly adopt more active lifestyles in China post-pandemic, sportswear brands are in fierce competition to win over the country's exercisers. Among global brands, Nike has led the race by recognising local cultural nuances and engaging with customers in locally relevant ways.

As lockdowns lift in China, developments in the domestic luxury market are raising questions about overseas purchasing. Rather than pandering to pre-COVID habits, brands looking to court these shoppers are under pressure to accommodate shifting values and loyalties within the country.