Tomorrow morning, let's talk about The Meghan Effect. I have done some research into this topic, and I am excited to share the information. It is based in part on this article. The Meghan Effect Is Still In Effect meghanpedia.com/the-meghan-eff… via @meghanpedia
Disclaimer: Tomorrow's thread will be about The Meghan Effect. I realize that there are a number of Duchesses in the world. However, the post will focus only on the Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle. While the articles I share may mention other Duchesses, I will not.
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What is The Meghan Effect? It's where a brand sees a jump in sales after the Duchess of Sussex sports one of their products. The global fashion search platform Lyst estimates that an endorsement from Meghan can lead to a 216% bump in search traffic.
Why do I find The Meghan Effect interesting? Because the research could indicate how popular she is. Her fashion choices have consistency been of interest. Plus the items will often sell out on the retailers’ websites soon after she is photographed wearing them.
Consumer Edge Research stated "Meghan’s wardrobe choices, certain US shoppers do seem to be more susceptible to trying to copy them than others. Everlane saw a large increase in 35-44 year olds shopping there the first time she wore their Jumpsuit, " tinyurl.com/52frwntk
In an article posted in April 2019, it was stated that “The ‘Meghan effect’ has contributed to the growing desire for British brands amongst US visitors. fashionunited.com/executive/mana…
The article continues to state that "The Duke and Duchess of Sussex provide the perfect combination of a British royal and US celebrity and as such, royal engagements amplify desirability to purchase luxury British brands worn by Meghan." fashionunited.com/executive/mana…
What are some examples of The Meghan Effect? There are too many to capture into one thread. "Meghan has had a major impact on the fashion industry, especially for the up-and-coming designers she chooses to put a spotlight on." eonline.com/ca/news/995727…
But what do people in have experienced the The Meghan Effect or work in Market Research think of it?
Harriet Vocking, head of marketing and communications at specialist sustainability constancy EcoAge, says Meghan's focus on putting ethical and sustainable brands on the map has unparalleled influence on changing buying and manufacturing habits. elle.com/uk/fashion/cel…
Harry and Meghan's biggest business opportunity is in apparel, streaming services and luxury goods, according to a new consumer poll. adage.com/article/cmo-st…
Exclusive: Harry and Meghan want to make sustainable investing mainstream
Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, are getting into the investment business. …saging-custom-newsletters.nytimes.com/template/oakv2…
They are joining Ethic, a fintech asset manager in the fast-growing environmental, social and governance space, as “impact partners” and investors. Ethic has $1.3 billion under management and creates separately managed accounts to invest in social responsibility themes.
The couple could attract more attention to sustainable investing. Harry and Meghan can make E.S.G. investing part of pop culture in a way that, say, BlackRock’s Larry Fink can’t. “From the world I come from, you don’t talk about investing, right?”
I ordered a snack at Blackbird Bakery where Meghan Markle frequented in Kensington Market and had the best chocolate croissant of my life. tinyurl.com/344pzm96