Sea captains, drill sergeants, war correspondents, construction workers, weightlifters
Including work by: Shastri Akella (WINNER), Swithun Cooper (RUNNER-UP), Alisha Dietzman (RUNNER-UP), Chloe Agar, Sohini Basak, Shelley Hastings (EU SALON PRIZE), Miguel Arroyo, Matthew Kinlin, Iseult de Mallet Burgess, Fox McGlasson, and Juan Fernando Villagmez (DL RESIDENCY PRIZE) ABOUT THIS YEAR'S WINNING STORY: Tender
Customers inherently trust well-maintained stores more, influencing repeat purchasing behaviors
For adult buyers, the appeal often comes from: Brand recognition Distinctive red-and-gold packaging Chinese gift culture Premium positioning Soft pack and hard pack choices Carton buying options Duty-free availability in some markets Curiosity about taste compared with Western cigarettes However, popularity does not mean safety