What Drives Americans' Fascination with China's Little Red Book?

In recent weeks, Xiaohongshu, known as "Little Red Book" or "RedNote," has dominated headlines as a swath of American users flock to the Chinese app. What underpins this seemingly sudden obsession?

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Origins and Evolution

Launched in 2013, Xiaohongshu started as a platform for Chinese consumers to share and discover product recommendations, particularly for overseas purchases. Over time, it has evolved into a multifaceted social media platform combining elements of e-commerce, lifestyle sharing, and user-generated content2.

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