Neiman Marcus bolsters Christmas catalog via mobile touch points
Retailer Neiman Marcus is letting consumers interact with its 2012 Christmas Book through a mobile application that reads digital watermarks on the fantasy gifts pages and reveals additional content.
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Do contests dilute the luxury brand image?
Luxury marketers often use contests to increase brand awareness for aspirational consumers who cannot buy into the brand otherwise. However, these efforts could be a waste since true affluent consumers are not likely to participate.
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Luxury automakers combine print, digital for highly-targeted, engaging marketing
Even in an increasingly digital world, luxury automakers should continue to use print advertising since it gives them the chance to target a highly-affluent audience and an opportunity to create multichannel touch points.
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Webinar on Oct. 30: What Apple’s offense means to luxury brands, retailers and rivals
Register for this free webinar Oct. 30 at 2–3 p.m. ET on what Apple’s offense means to luxury brands, retailers and rivals. Hear experts from Martini Media, Acquity Group, Vibes and Razorfish deep-dive into the issues.
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Laura Mercier flaunts charity alignment via Vogue.com ads
Beauty brand Laura Mercier is using Vogue.com to promote The Laura Mercier Ovarian Cancer Fund that is designed to allow donations to the cause.
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Mandarin Oriental entices winter guests through reopened rooftop chalet
Mandarin Oriental, Munich, is reopening its new rooftop chalet to target consumers who wish to spend the holiday or host Christmas-themed parties at the property.
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Astley Clarke asserts luxury status via site redesign
British jeweler and retailer Astley Clarke is enhancing the user experience on its ecommerce site through a redesign centered on jewelry education and increased customer service.
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Jimmy Choo, travel tips, India and China – News briefs
Today in luxury marketing – Jimmy Choo takes control of Mainland China business; Top 10 luxury travel trends for 2013 from Cox & Kings; India to overtake China on luxury market growth; Facebook launches Pinterest-Like photo tool for brands.
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13 days with a feature phone
I lost my iPhone on Saturday, Sept. 8 getting out of a yellow New York cab, stretching out over a puddle.
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