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Audi outperforms BMW, Mercedes multichannel campaigns: study

May 14, 2012

Audi beat out rivals BMW and Mercedes-Benz by creating print and television advertising campaigns that most resonated with affluent consumers by highlighting brand innovation and efficiency, according to a study by Phoenix Marketing International.


InterContinental Hong Kong tries pairing test for restaurant traffic

May 14, 2012

InterContinental Hong Kong is jumping on a culinary trend bandwagon by hosting its first Sake and Umami dinner in Asia later this month.

Ralph Lauren, Chanel push fragrance in May Vogue

May 14, 2012

Luxury advertisers such as Ralph Lauren, Burberry, Gucci, Christian Dior and Oscar de la Renta are pushing branded fragrances in the May issue of Condé Nast’s Vogue, most likely to appeal to aspirational consumers.

Dolce & Gabbana eyes aspirationals through vintage social video

May 11, 2012

Dolce & Gabbana is appealing to its consumers’ love for vintage fashion in a silent short film that presents the Italian fashion label’s new eyewear collection.

Dior flaunts jewelry, fashion history with slipcase set

May 11, 2012

French fashion label Christian Dior is showing off the history of its jewelry, fashion and perfume collections through a three-book slipcase set published by Assouline.

Crystal Cruises expands rebranding campaign via photo-sharing app

May 11, 2012

Crystal Cruises released its first smartphone application that enables travelers to share photos via social media, email and traditional mail as part of its multichannel rebranding effort.

Starwood, Mercedes AMG Petronas partner for members-only Grand Prix package

May 11, 2012

Starwood Hotels & Resorts is partnering with the Mercedes AMG Petronas Formula One racing team to position its properties as premiere accommodations for Grand Prix race attendees and offer members-only travel packages.

26 North Yachts uses video, podcasts for site relaunch

May 11, 2012

Yacht brokerage firm 26 North Yachts is leveraging its newly-relaunched Web site that provides information on more than 80 yacht manufacturers with video reviews and comparisons.

David Yurman polishes social platform with f-commerce

May 10, 2012

Jeweler David Yurman is bolstering its social media presence through fresh campaign images with model and new brand ambassador Giselle Bündchen that allow consumers to shop for the new fall collection on Facebook.

BMW emissions recall proves brand integrity

May 10, 2012

German automaker BMW’s recent emissions-related recall will not harm the brand due to its luxury legacy, but the automaker should take this time to perfect service, experts say.