Thursday, September 6, 2007

Luxury goes mass market

This recent article in FORTUNE magazine talks about how dynamics of the luxury business and the definition of what constitutes luxury itself are changing. The worldwide luxury business is pegged at around $220 bn and is growing at a rapid pace.

I had, in my first post on this blog, talked about the nuances and challenges of marketing to affluent customers. 'Massclusivity' = Exclusivity for masses, is a unique trend that's both an opportunity and challenge for today's luxury / premium brands.

Incidentally, today's Business Standard carried an article on why Louis Vuitton wants a feel of Indian luxury market and is willing to roll out more of its brands here.

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