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Around the region

Cover story : The rise of Gentlewoman

Co-founder shares the origin story of the cultfavourite Thai fashion brand in a rare interview .

Global feature : How to win the war for talent

We explore six key factors proven to drive employee engagement and the international retailers doing it well .

Is India the next China ?

Why luxury brands see an opportunity to grow in the emerging market .

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In-store service : Follow , hover or just don ’ t bother ?

A retail expert weighs in on the state of customer service in Thailand .

Why Western brands are setting up shop in South Korea

Demand for upscale brands from overseas remains strong despite economic headwinds .

Q & A : Declan Ee , Castlery

How the furniture brand ' s co-founder applied his 10 years of experience in finance when launching his own business .

Standout stores

SK-II , Hoka , Fendi Casa , Apple , Aesop

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Seibu : Innovation or evolution ?

Is this a sign of the times or a unique innovation for Japanese department stores ?

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Brand collaborations