In the turbulent economic environment, money is losing its value. Consumers are reevaluating their spending across sectors. With a looming crisis of trust in financial institutions, how are people managing their budgets? And how can brands navigate the complex relationship between value and cost?

In today’s hyper-connected globe, the meaning of national identity is no longer rigid, and we’re seeing a dissolution of cultural borders as we travel through our devices. This shift in mentality is happening against a turbulent geopolitical backdrop as countries prioritise regional allies.

Diverse representation is an expectation, but as individuals no longer allow themselves to be defined in singular terms, there's mounting pressure on brands to understand and sensitively reflect how the intersections between race, gender, class, and ability impact people's everyday lives.

The Spring 2023 collection from fashion house Loewe is inspired by the ancient art of Chinese monochrome ceramics. The brand is also sponsoring an educational programme at Jingdezhen Ceramic University to help people learn more about the craft that inspired the line and preserve its legacy.

Carlsberg's craft beer brand, YAU, has partnered with a porcelain factory in Hong Kong to create limited-edition beer glasses. The collectibles showcase the factory's craftsmanship and tap into a desire for unique and hyper-local products that celebrate the values of creativity and culture.