Luxury’s New Future
BANGKOK, THAILAND – Siam Piwat Group, the retail real estate firm and the owner/operator of iconic shopping destinations such as Siam Paragon and ICONSIAM, is partnering with WWD to host the WWD x Siam Piwat Global Fashion Spotlight. Slated for October 4, 2024, this event is poised to transform Bangkok into a pivotal locale for fashion insiders globally, marking the first event of its kind in Southeast Asia.
Designed to converge renowned figures from the fashion industry, this conference aims to discuss key themes that shape the luxury market today, ranging from brand evolution to adapt to a new luxury landscape and the powerful global influence of Southeast Asian fashion. The title of the event is “South East Asia — Luxury’s New Future.” Specific titles for the sessions include “Building Brands for a Global Consumer,” “Adapting to the New Luxury Landscape,” and “South East Asia’s Power of Global Influence.” Key figures and influencers across the fashion industry have been invited to participate in the seminar.
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Commitment to Innovation and Luxury
Tipanat Lenbury, Senior Executive Vice President of Sales and Business Relations for the Fashion Business Group at Siam Piwat Co., Ltd., stated, “Siam Piwat is committed to driving Thailand’s fashion industry towards becoming a global fashion hub and one of the world’s best luxury destinations, with the goal to create a positive impact on the economy and growth for everyone in this industry chain. We play a crucial role in advancing the luxury market and have consistently earned the trust of leading global brands as a business partner. In addition, we have been a champion of the Thai fashion industry by fostering creativity and innovation and boosting its presence on the world stage.”
An International Perspective on Thailand’s Emerging Fashion Scene
Echoing the sentiment of fostering a global discussion, Amanda Smith, CEO of Fairchild Media Group, praised the evolving Thai market as a burgeoning player in luxury retail. “We are excited to highlight this region’s dynamic growth and its implications for the world’s luxury market horizon,” Smith noted.
James Fallon, Editorial Director of WWD and Fairchild Media Group, put in context the importance of
the event, by noting that there “could be no better time to be organizing the WWD x Siam Piwat Global Fashion Spotlight in Bangkok, since South East Asia, and much of Asia in general, continues to have a major impact around the globe in areas ranging from fashion to film, music to the arts, Fallon said, adding that WWD “is thrilled to be partnering with Siam Piwat on this event, which will gather together key industry leaders from major brands to discuss the potential of the luxury market in the region, the culture of sustainability, the importance of craftsmanship and artisans and more.”
Spotlight on Industry Leaders
The WWD x Siam Piwat Global Fashion Spotlight will feature discussions led by prominent industry figures such as Heart Evangelista, a revered personality in luxury fashion; Wannasiri Kongman, the co-founder of BOYY, who brings a spirited, boundary-pushing ethos to the luxury bag market; Lie Sang Bong, a celebrated Korean designer known for his architectural designs; Emmanuelle Kouakou, the Managing Director for Piaget in South East Asia and Oceania, bringing her robust experience in luxury brand management; and Octo Cheung, Vice President of Shanghai Tang, recognized for his strategic insight into brand revitalization.
About Siam Piwat
Siam Piwat Group stands as a leader in creating and managing some of the world’s most esteemed shopping centers and lifestyle destinations. Known for complexes like Siam Paragon, the Group has paved the way for creating luxury urban spaces that cater to both domestic shoppers and global tourists.
“As the developer of some of the world’s most significant global destinations and a pioneer in fashion and luxury retail, Siam Piwat Group is driven by creativity and the aspiration to consistently exceed expectations – a DNA that has enabled it to deliver a diverse array of premium lifestyle experiences and attract over 100 million Thai customers and international tourists annually through the years. With long-standing success that transcends domestic competition, Siam Piwat’s shopping centers
have established themselves as some of the world’s best and most closely watched fashion hubs and luxury destinations,” the company said in a statement.
Event Information
The WWD x Siam Piwat Global Fashion Spotlight is scheduled for October 4, 2024, in Bangkok, Thailand. Industry stakeholders from around the world will converge to discuss, deliberate, and decipher the future of luxury and fashion not only in Asia but globally. The event promises to be a transformative platform, fostering dialogues set to redefine the industry’s trajectory towards a more interconnected and innovative future.
For more details, contact the Siam Piwat corporate communications team or visit the Siam Piwat Group official website.
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