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AuthorBen Hassen, Tarek
AuthorTremblay, Diane-Gabrielle
Available date2020-05-14T09:55:42Z
Publication Date2019
Publication NameEuroMed Journal of Business
ResourceScopus
ISSN14502194
URIhttp://dx.doi.org/10.1108/EMJB-12-2018-0090
URIhttp://hdl.handle.net/10576/14804
AbstractPurpose The purpose of this paper is to analyze the factors that make Beirut a fashion hub by studying the characteristics of creativity and the role of the different stakeholders in setting an environment that encourages creativity in Beirut. Design/methodology/approach The methodology of this research is based on a literature review and information collected through semi-structured interviews with the different stakeholders of the sector. Findings The research reveals three results. First, this dynamic fashion design in Beirut is explained by the international success of some Lebanese fashion designers. Second, as there is an absence of any form of governmental intervention, the development of the sector is totally based on private business initiatives. Third, the research demonstrates the importance of the local culture, knowledge exchanges and lifestyle in shaping creativity and designers’ careers in Beirut. Originality/value These findings contribute to the clarification and critical analysis of the current state of fashion design in Beirut, which would have several policy implications.
Languageen
PublisherEmerald Group Publishing Ltd.
SubjectBeirut
Creative economy
Creativity
Fashion design
Lebanon
Local culture
TitleLocal rooting and creativity within the fashion industry in Beirut
TypeArticle
Pagination92-109
Issue Number2
Volume Number14
dc.accessType Open Access


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