Software and technology


Google, Microsoft cofound DMARC to better defend email authentication

January 31, 2012

Companies such as Google, AOL, Return Path and Microsoft have founded DMARC – Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting and Conformance – a networking group dedicated to reducing the threat of email spam, called “phishing.”


Stella McCartney debuts fragrance through 360-degree geo-targeted campaign

January 30, 2012

British label Stella McCartney is introducing L.I.L.Y, its first fragrance in almost a decade through a mobile application, Web effort and partnership with London-based department store Selfridges including augmented reality, video and user interaction.

Net-A-Porter pulls out all stops to launch Karl Lagerfeld collection

January 24, 2012

Online retailer Net-A-Porter is looking to create a stronger connection with its fans and drive sales by hosting events in major cities worldwide to celebrate the exclusive launch of Karl Lagerfeld’s namesake collection.

What a luxury brand should expect from its social media director

January 20, 2012

With the ever-evolving social media world, luxury brands have no option but to hire a social media director to oversee the brand presence and activity on these various networks. But what should they expect from this employee?

How and why luxury brands can leverage social network Pinterest

January 10, 2012

Pinterest is quickly becoming the preferred picture-posting blog platform for luxury brands and trendy consumers everywhere, and for good reason.

Top 10 luxury marketing ideas in 2011

January 3, 2012

Between stock market inconsistency and spending frugality interspersed with random surges in spending, consumer behavior was almost untrackable in 2011. Therefore, marketers were forced to up the ante and, as a result, had truly mind-blowing ideas.

Chanel attracts ski bunnies with iPads in French Alps boutique

December 29, 2011

French fashion label Chanel is attracting ultra-affluent guests at the Courchevel resort in the French Alps by incorporating iPads into the space, allowing guests to play and browse while they shop.

Barneys shifts in-store strategy with mobile connectivity

December 23, 2011

New York-based retailer Barneys New York is shifting its in-store strategy by using mobile devices to find inventory, ring up purchases and store customer information.

Tourneau reexamines entire digital strategy for increased customer experience

December 16, 2011

Watchmaker and retailer Tourneau is upping its digital presence by revamping its Web site and optimizing it for mobile to allow a seamless multichannel experience.

Bergdorf targets affluent trailblazers with Google+ addition

December 12, 2011

Well-known for its social media presence, New York-based department store Bergdorf Goodman is upping the ante by adding Google+ to its repertoire for exclusive holiday marketing sneak-peaks and content.