Luxury handbags sold on Chinese social media

Dior became the latest high-end brand to sell via China’s WeChat social media network, with the limited edition Lady Dior bag selling out in two days.

Christian Dior became the first brand to sell luxury handbags through China’s social media and messaging network WeChat. The company joins other high-end names in using the direct-to-consumer sales route. On WeChat, Dior sold a limited edition Lady Dior bag with optional customizations.

Customers dragged and dropped various decorative badges to be added to their handbag. Sales were then made directly through WeChat. Available on a Monday, the bags sold out Tuesday.

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