Threading Influence: Fashion as a Medium for Chinese Soft Power
Published online on April 14, 2026
Abstract
Cultural Sociology, Ahead of Print.
In recent years, China has strategically leveraged its fashion industry to bolster its soft power on the global stage. This article explores how Chinese fashion brands and events have become potent instruments of cultural diplomacy. Focusing on Shanghai ...
In recent years, China has strategically leveraged its fashion industry to bolster its soft power on the global stage. This article explores how Chinese fashion brands and events have become potent instruments of cultural diplomacy. Focusing on Shanghai ...