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pourteaux's avatar

i love this article- it’s so true! even as someone who is less interested in “business” and more in people-to-people connection or just understanding the world, actually visiting China radically changed how i thought about it from just reading and talking to people. i also agree that visiting can be difficult or stressful… and would add that having local friends make a huge difference for both practical purposes (WeChat apps, language skills) and to see things outside a curated tourist experience.

Lucy's avatar

Second Dan’s comments on Chengdu - look forward to going

Dan Shapiro's avatar

Great insights. Didn't realize Supreme is still so coveted by Chinese. I think its popularity is dwindling in the US.

Definitely need to check out Chengdu!

Yaling Jiang's avatar

Many fashion consumers here believe it's not cool any more/过气, but China has such diverse demographics, it's important not to be biased by the loudest group of people or one's own demographic.

Totally wish I could live to Chengdu for a few months!