Friday, March 22, 2013

The power of the personal brand - Peter York

‘It’s the lifestyle element that gives certain brands their uncomfortable, comedy side’

Some celebrity brands do get to critical mass as real businesses. People seem to like buying from Jamie O, his products and restaurant chains seem to flourish. Gradually, those who came to mock Victoria B are starting to say, “By God, she’s got it,” with her smart expensive clothes. US-born Loyd Grossman, now a sauce king, is Britain’s own Paul Newman.