Musicians, who young consumers see as leaders in authenticity, are now launching lifestyle brands, such as Rihanna with Fenty and Pharrell Williams with his Billionaire Boys Club. Image credit: Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Why your luxury brand needs social currency to survive
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Musicians, who young consumers see as leaders in authenticity, are now launching lifestyle brands, such as Rihanna with Fenty and Pharrell Williams with his Billionaire Boys Club. Image credit: Fenty Beauty by Rihanna 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