Today, social media continues to push video formats to keep users on-platform, resulting in social media reach being a priority KPI. For instance, Instagram Reels see around 36% more reach than other formats. At face value, this appears to be strong performance, but in reality, it doesn’t quite paint the full picture on the quality […]
Crafted Coordination: Inside Brunello Cucinelli’s Approach to Sample Management Revisit the full conversation from our recent Masterclass with Benedetta Morari, Operations Specialist at Brunello Cuccinelli and Tatiana Ferreira, CCO at Launchmetrics. Together, they explore how Brunello Cucinelli effectively manages the full lifecycle of its samples from showroom arrival to end-of-life reconciliation. Learn how Brunello Cuccinelli […]
Fashion brands send out 192K samples every month—and yet, nearly half never leave the showroom. What appears to be a logistics issue is, in many cases, a structural one hidden within the tech stack. Manual methods and fragmented systems leave data scattered, tools siloed and visibility limited. Some brands try to solve this by building […]
Between seasonal launches, red-carpet events and film placements, brands have endless opportunities to showcase their products in high-visibility moments. Despite planned events and unexpected opportunities, many samples still sit unused in the showroom—leaving visibility, ROI and cultural relevance on the table. To help brands make the most of every piece, Launchmetrics Samples offers a smarter […]
Do PR samples still hold any weight in this digital-first era? PR samples are one of fashion’s familiar practices; so familar that it’s often taken for granted. Yet beneath its routine lies its growing influence through product placements that drive brand visibility, particularly in entertainment. From Margot Robbie’s viral Schiaparelli moment on the Barbie press […]
Are you making the most out of retail partnerships? In Fashion, Lifestyle and Beauty (FLB), retailers are no longer just distribution points—they’re powerful strategic partners for brand performance. With the right collaboration, partners can extend your consumer reach, drive visibility and drive stronger returns. Yet, too often, retail partners are seen as purely as transactional […]
During Fashion Week, the runway sets the scene for your collections, while the seats are filled with Voices ready to amplify and generate your brand performance. Across Media, Celebrities, Influencers, Partners and Owned Media, each Voice plays a crucial role in shaping your brand’s visibility. Once the lights dim and the venue empties, every brand […]
What makes a PR moment go viral? Is it pure luck, an alignment of stars—or is there some deeper brand masterminding at work? As we’ll find out in this post, viral moments rarely come down to chance: you need the right PR tactics to make them happen. So, how can you give your brand’s campaigns […]
For Fashion, Lifestyle and Beauty events, presentation is everything. Guests arrive expecting to step into the brand’s universe where every interaction feels like part of a carefully curated experience. From the campaign-inspired atmosphere down to the smallest details, each touchpoint—whether an invitation or a QR code—signals identity, status and care. Instead of reinforcing the story […]
Every post, placement and mention helps build brand visibility, however, tracking where that exposure comes from is just as important as measuring how much of it you have. Media monitoring can show you the volume, but without knowing which Voices are behind the coverage, whether Media, Influencers, Celebrities, Partners or Owned channels, it becomes harder […]
On the day of your event, the plan is locked in. The guest list is set, seating is finalized and the team knows their roles and responsibilities. But even with the best prep, those last minute occurrences still happen in Fashion, Lifestyle and Beauty events. Whether a VIP walks in unannounced or a high-profile guest […]
Budgets are tighter, expectations are higher and your assets have to go further. Today’s economy means every sample has to earn its keep—moving between multiple teams, shoots and markets to speed up its time-to-market and boost coverage. But for that to happen, teams needs internal visibility: to know what’s available, where it is and who’s using […]
What does it really take for a watch-wear brand to stand out in today’s market? When it comes to watch marketing, there’s an oversaturation of storytelling around craftsmanship, heritage and prestige. And when everyone is telling the same story, it’s harder to differentiate. Even established names on any watch brand ranking can struggle to cut […]
Events are the blueprint behind cultural moments like fashion week, Beautycon and Baselworld. Done well, successful event management can achieve what advertising alone can’t: bringing your brand to life and connecting with your audience. But what about the experiences throughout your event calendar? Brands and agencies are reimagining how they show up year-round. From Dune’s press previews to Fenty Skin’s livestreamed […]
From campaign recaps to executive updates, reporting plays a critical role in how teams share insights and showcase impact. Whether it’s summarizing monthly performance, comparing brand visibility across markets or highlighting talent-driven coverage, reports help bring structure and clarity to your media monitoring efforts. To make that process even more intuitive and adaptable, we’ve reimagined […]