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ClickZ Jewelry Newsletter - 12.05.2024

PLUS: Mignon Faget shows the power of regional branding online

Welcome to ClickZ Jewelry, your go-to newsletter for jewelry e-commerce professionals. As the holiday season approaches, we're here to help your campaigns sparkle and your sales shine!

Top Shelf 🛒

With BFCM wrapped up, marketers are shifting gears to plan for 2025. To help you start strong, here are three essential tips to set your brand up for growth:

1️⃣ Get the Right Measurement in Place: You can’t plan for next year without accurate measurement. Yet, many brands stick with the devil they know—Last Click— despite its fundamental flaws.

With BFCM in the bag, now’s the perfect time to adopt effective full-funnel measurement. Plus, Fospha delivers YoY metrics from the start, so you can dive into budget planning ASAP.

2️⃣ Consider Adjusting Your Channel Mix: What worked last year might not work now. Successful brands adapt by altering their channel mix and ad spend as they scale. We find that as brands mature, they have to focus on expanding their upper funnel spend to create more demand to capture.

3️⃣ Reflect on Peak Performance: Before diving into next year, take time to assess your BFCM performance. Benchmarking data is your compass and gives you data-backed edge for 2025 planning.

For free BFCM 2024 benchmarking data, sign up for priority access to our BFCM 2024 Report here.

Sector Spotlight 🎥

De Beers reinvents "A Diamond Is Forever" for its 2024 holiday campaign, offering e-commerce marketers strategic insights into using heritage branding to foster emotional purchasing.

By appealing to diverse demographics and emphasizing digital engagement, this campaign provides a lesson in how to boost online sales and deepen consumer connections through targeted platform strategies.

Throughout the campaign, an array of gifting opportunities for natural diamonds are highlighted, celebrating familial, friendship, and romantic relationships because “natural connections deserve natural diamonds.”

With a modern sensibility and playful colloquial language, this latest campaign encapsulates the unique qualities of natural diamonds, positioning them as the perfect choice for celebrating life’s most cherished milestones.

Sandrine Conseiller, De Beers Brands CEO

Tanzanite jewelry offers unique engagement potential with its vibrant blue-violet hues, ideal for strategic marketing. Originating in Tanzania, its allure lies in the color dynamics that can enhance product imagery. Focusing on targeted positioning and care tips ensures product longevity. Opt for smaller carat offerings to effectively balance value and inventory management.

Sparkling Launches 💎

Van Cleef & Arpels' Treasure Island High Jewelry collection innovatively interprets Stevenson's classic with intricate designs, blending sapphires, diamonds, and gold. Celebrating historic inspirations, the collection exemplifies masterful craftsmanship and storytelling, providing marketing professionals strategic insights into leveraging cultural narratives for enhancing product allure and competitive advantage in the luxury sector.

Mignon Faget's Crescent Starry Night tassel earrings reflect a strategic convergence of local cultural motifs and celebratory branding. With their 14-karat gold and distinctive New Orleans-inspired design, these earrings underline the effectiveness of regional storytelling in product lines. Such an approach can enhance digital strategies, engage consumers, and boost brand loyalty in e-commerce.

The Coco Crush gold bangle exemplifies strategic product integration, reflecting a blend of timeless design and brand heritage pivotal for e-commerce innovation. Introduced by Chanel in 2015, its options in gold and diamonds offer insights into product diversification. This piece underscores opportunities for elevating luxury in digital retail experiences.

Influencer Corner 📣

Optimization Hub ⚙️

Extended Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales challenge e-commerce marketers, requiring strategic creativity in promotions to maintain profitability, especially for smaller brands. Early sales from major retailers like Amazon emphasize the importance of proactive planning to stay competitive.

Strategically allocate 7-12% of revenue for eCommerce marketing; startups might invest 15-20% for initial growth. Focus on customer acquisition while prioritizing high-return channels and tracking ROI. Assess customer lifetime value for sustainable tactics. Challenge your eCommerce methods by embracing adaptability and regular evaluations to maximize long-term market gains.

BNPL is reshaping holiday marketing strategies by integrating 0% financing with promotions, appealing to budget-savvy shoppers. This strategic approach not only differentiates brands but also offers a creative edge in managing consumer spending. Embrace these insights to enhance your strategic planning in the competitive e-commerce landscape, aligning with evolving consumer expectations.

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