China
Private Advisory

Your personal
guide to the
best of China

Luxury goods sourced with care. Travel made effortless. China, navigated by someone who truly knows it — and genuinely wants you to love it too.

Work matters. So does life. I help my clients with both.

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Who I Am

More friend
than consultant

I've lived and worked in China for over a decade — first on the factory side as a Sales Manager, then running purchasing for a German brand. That dual perspective is unusual: I know exactly what suppliers say to buyers, what they leave out, and what actually matters on the ground.

Beyond the professional background, I'm someone who genuinely loves connecting people with things that make them happy. Whether it's a watch you've been searching for or a trip through China that exceeded every expectation — that moment is what I work for.

"Friendship is everything. A wide road comes from knowing people well — and I'd love to know you." — Irene
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I notice what others miss
As a highly sensitive person, I pick up on exactly what you're looking for — even when you can't quite put it into words. Your vibe, your taste, your hesitation — I read it all.
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Relationships first, always
Many of my clients become friends. I genuinely enjoy the people I work with, and that comes through in how I show up — invested, not transactional.
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Detail-obsessed
I don't send you a photo and call it done. I check the stitching, the movement, the leather smell. You get exactly what you asked for — or I keep looking.
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Honest, warm, and direct
If something isn't worth the price, I'll say so. If I can find you something better, I will. You'll always know exactly where you stand with me.
What I Offer

Three ways I can
be there for you

Choose what you need — each service is fully personal. I work with a small number of clients at a time so every one gets real attention.

01
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Luxury
Sourcing

Watches, bags, shoes — quality verified before it ships. Factory-side experience means I know exactly what to check and which suppliers to trust.

02
✈️
China Travel
Advisory

Payments, navigation, language, hidden gems — I take the confusion away before and during your trip. China made effortless.

03
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Travel +
Shopping

Coming to China and want to shop while you're here? Trip planning and sourcing combined — ~30% saving vs booking separately.

Luxury Sourcing

I find it.
I check it.
You get it.

10+ years in China sourcing — factory side first, then buying. I know which questions to ask, which answers to push back on, and where the real quality differences hide. This isn't a listing service. I go in person, inspect every piece, and send you honest photos before anything ships.

Not a marketplace seller. Not an agent working for commission on volume. Just someone who cares what arrives at your door.

WhatsApp & WeChat: +86 159 5824 0521 · Reply within 24h

Single item sourcing$25 – 50
Multi-item order10% of order
VIP bundle (up to 5 items)$150
Product cost + shipping billed separately. Full breakdown shared before you commit.
Watches

Movement, finishing, bracelet — checked in person.

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Bags

Hardware, stitching, leather quality — photo documented.

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Shoes

Sole quality, sizing, material — I know which factories.

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Jewellery

Plating, stone settings, weight — hard to find, sourced on request.

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Clothing

Fabric, construction, sizing — designer aesthetics, honest prices.

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Hard to Find

Something specific? Tell me. This is where experience matters.

Send your wishlist

What are you looking for?
⌚ Watches
👜 Bags
👟 Shoes
💎 Jewellery
👔 Clothing
🔍 Other
Reference images — optional
Tap to upload — screenshots, inspo photos

Goes directly to Irene. No automated replies.

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Wishlist received.

I'll review your request and come back within 24 hours with real options, photos, and honest pricing.

China Travel Advisory

China,
made effortless

China is extraordinary — but it can feel overwhelming if you don't know how it works. Payments, navigation, language, where to stay, what to eat. I take all of that off your plate, before and during your trip.

+86 159 5824 0521 · Reply within 24h

Pre-trip guide & setup$49
Custom itinerary (up to 10 days)$89
On-trip remote support$35 / day
Full package (guide + itinerary + 7 days)$199
All packages include a 30-min call to plan properly.
  • Alipay & WeChat Pay setup for foreign visitors
  • Navigation without Google Maps — apps & alternatives
  • Neighbourhood & accommodation guidance
  • Real local food & experience recommendations
  • WeChat remote support while you travel
  • Best markets, outlets & local shopping spots
  • Safety tips, cultural dos & don'ts

Tell me about your trip

Goes directly to Irene. Personal reply within 48 hours.

✈️

Trip details received.

I'll put together a personalised brief and come back within 48 hours with a plan that fits you.

Travel + Shopping

The complete
China experience

Coming to China and want to shop while you're here? I'll plan the trip, pre-source your wishlist so pieces are ready when you arrive, guide you to the best spots, and be on-call throughout. Everything handled together — and ~30% cheaper than booking separately.

+86 159 5824 0521 · Reply within 24h

Essentials bundle$149
Full experience (itinerary + 5 items + 7 days support)$299
Premium concierge (unlimited + 14 days)$499
Custom scopes welcome. Tell me what you need and I'll put something together that makes sense.
  • Everything from Travel Advisory, personalised to your cities
  • Pre-trip luxury sourcing — items ready when you arrive
  • Shopping route guidance — markets, stores, boutiques
  • Real-time support throughout your stay
  • ~30% saving vs booking each service separately

Tell me your full request

Shopping categories
⌚ Watches
👜 Bags
👟 Shoes
💎 Other
Reference images — optional
Tap to upload — reference photos for your wishlist

Goes directly to Irene. Personal reply within 48 hours.

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Full request received.

I'll plan around both your travel and shopping and come back with a combined proposal within 48 hours.

Insights

From the ground,
in plain language

Practical guides on China sourcing, travel for foreigners, and luxury shopping — written from ten years on the ground.

Sourcing
Your China Supplier Relationship Is Exhausting. Here Is Why.

Quality slipping, deadlines missed, prices climbing. The reasons are usually more structural than they appear.

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Travel
China Travel Guide for Foreigners 2026: Payments, Apps & Getting Around

Alipay, VPNs, metro systems, translation apps — everything a first-time visitor needs to know before landing.

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Luxury
Are Luxury Goods Cheaper in China? The Honest Answer

The price gap has narrowed — but the answer still depends on the brand, the category, and how you buy.

Read →
All insights →
Get In Touch

Tell me what you're
dreaming of

Whether you have a very specific request or just a vague idea, I'd love to hear from you. There's no commitment in reaching out.

Email
irene@irene-lin.com
WhatsApp & WeChat
+86 159 5824 0521
Response time
Within 48 hours, weekdays
Time zone
China Standard Time (UTC +8)
Happy to schedule calls for EU/US hours
Languages
English · 中文
💎 Luxury sourcing
✈️ China travel
🌟 Travel + shopping
🤔 Not sure yet
Goes directly to Irene. No automated replies, no sharing your details.