Siam Piwat and global fashion news authority, WWD, to host WWD x SIAM PIWAT GLOBAL FASHION SPOTLIGHT
Bangkok (September 20, 2024): Siam Piwat Group – a leading real estate and retail business developer, the owner and operator of world-renowned projects such as Siam Paragon, Siam Center, and Siam Discovery, and a joint owner of ICONSIAM and Siam Premium Outlets Bangkok – is reinforcing its position as the number one leader in global destination development and a frontrunner in fashion and luxury retail through a collaboration with global partners and major media in the fashion industry, including globally recognized leader in fashion news Women’s Wear Daily (WWD), industry experts, and operators of leading global brands as well as KASIKORNBANK, to host the WWD x SIAM PIWAT GLOBAL FASHION SPOTLIGHT on Friday, October 4, 2024. This will be the first event in Southeast Asia ever to bring together thought leaders and influencers across the fashion industry and showcase the potential of Thailand’s fashion industry, with the goal of elevating the country into one of the world’s fashion hubs.
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.”
Making its debut in Southeast Asia, the WWD x SIAM PIWAT GLOBAL FASHION SPOTLIGHT event aims to highlight the capabilities of Thailand’s fashion industry and elevate the country into a world-class fashion hub. This landmark gathering offers a unique platform for Siam Piwat’s partners, suppliers, and retailers to gain invaluable insights, connect with industry leaders, and gain inspiration.”
“We are thrilled to be hosting this important event with Siam Piwat”, said Amanda Smith, Chief Executive Officer of Fairchild Media Group. “The Thai market is quickly evolving into a true voice in the luxury retail conversation, and WWD is excited to shine a global spotlight to what this burgeoning region’s wave of growth means for the future of our industry.”
"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. We are 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," said James Fallon, Editorial Director of WWD and Fairchild Media Group.
Themed “SOUTH EAST ASIA – LUXURY’S NEW FUTURE,” the event will feature panel discussions on various topics, including “Building Brands for a Global Consumer,” “Adapting to the New Luxury Landscape,” and “South East Asia Power of Global Influence.” Key figures and influencers across the fashion industry have been invited to participate in the seminar.
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.
About WWD
For 100+ years WWD, a property of Fairchild Fashion Media, has been the daily media of record—and THE industry voice of authority—for senior executives in the global women’s and men’s fashion, retail and beauty communities, while also keeping informed the consumer media that cover the market. Often referred to as “the fashion bible,” WWD provides a balance of timely, credible business news and key fashion trends to a dedicated readership of retailers, designers, manufacturers, marketers, financiers, Wall Street analysts, international moguls, media executives, ad agencies, socialites, and trend-makers. As an increasingly complex marketplace heightens the need for information and competitive intelligence, WWD delivers with frequency, integrity, independence, spirited coverage, and a long tradition that demands staffers get the story right and that they also get it first.
About Siam Piwat
Siam Piwat is a leading retail and real estate developer that owns Bangkok’s top destinations, including Siam Paragon, Siam Center, Siam Discovery, ICONSIAM, and Siam Premium Outlets Bangkok. Siam Piwat has 50 subsidiaries across seven core businesses: real estate development, department stores, retail, food and beverage, venue management, digital platforms, and business support. Over the past six decades, Siam Piwat has played a significant role in shaping Bangkok's retail landscape and is recognized for creating iconic and innovative retail models, with the goal of consistently delivering extraordinary experiences that delight and inspire all customers. Committed to sustainable growth, Siam Piwat strives to foster social development, create shared value, enhance the quality of life, and bolster Thailand's reputation and presence on the global stage.
