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The Playbook
Marketing newsletter for fashion, beauty, and lifestyle CEOs
Welcome to The Playbook, your ultimate resource for navigating the ever-evolving world of fashion, beauty, and lifestyle marketing. Curated by The Lavender Agency, this blog is designed exclusively for visionary leaders looking to stay ahead of industry trends and drive their brands to new heights.
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Read the Room: What Summer Behavior Tells You About Your Q4 Customers
Decode buying behavior now to build smarter offers, segments, and campaigns for Q4. Photo from Pexels Because your customer’s already...

Ivonna Young
7 days ago3 min read


Your Q4 Revenue Depends on What You Do This Summer—Here’s the Strategy
How a mid-year marketing strategy session sets up Q4 success Photo from Pexels Let’s skip the pep talk: if you want to scale revenue in...

Ivonna Young
Jun 113 min read


Summer Sales and Strategy: Maximizing Mid-Year Momentum
Why a mid-year marketing strategy session is your smartest Q4 move. Photo from Pexels If you're coasting into summer, you’re already...

Ivonna Young
Jun 43 min read


Stop Guessing. Start Measuring.
How to Use Customer Experience Metrics to Drive Smarter Growth for DTC Brands Photo from Pexels If your customer experience looks great...

Ivonna Young
May 245 min read


Why Emotional Branding Is the Future of Customer Experience in Fashion and Beauty
How to Build Emotional Connections That Strengthen Customer Loyalty and Brand Equity Photo from Pexels What Emotional Branding Actually...

Ivonna Young
May 214 min read


Turning First-Time Buyers into Loyal Customers: Customer Retention Strategies
How to Turn One-Time Shoppers into Brand Advocates Through Smart Retention Tactics Photo from Pexels Most brands obsess over new customer...

Ivonna Young
May 143 min read


5 Ways Brands Can Personalize the Customer Journey at Scale
How to Use Personalization to Drive Deeper Customer Relationships and Higher Sales Photo from Pexels Whether you’re shipping from your...

Ivonna Young
May 144 min read


Building a Customer Experience Strategy for Fashion, Beauty, and Lifestyle Brands: A Practical Guide
How to Create a Customer Experience Strategy That Grows Loyalty and Revenue Customer experience isn’t a buzzword—it’s a battleground. For...

Ivonna Young
May 14 min read


Receipts, Please: Marketing With Transparency and Proof
How to Prove Your Sustainability Claims and Build Customer Trust Photo from Pexels “We’re committed to sustainability.” Great. So is...

Ivonna Young
Apr 233 min read


The Green Glow-Up: Designing a Brand That Looks as Sustainable as It Is
How to Visually Communicate Your Brand’s Eco Values Without Clichés Sustainability is no longer a differentiator. It’s the cost of entry....

Ivonna Young
Apr 173 min read


From Supply Chain to Storytelling: Turning Sustainability into a Competitive Advantage
How to Talk About Sustainability in Your Marketing Without Sounding Generic Photo from Pexels In 2025, “sustainability” in fashion and...

Ivonna Young
Apr 93 min read


Sustainable Stories: Marketing Eco-Conscious Initiatives Authentically
How to Market Your Brand’s Sustainability Efforts Without Greenwashing Photo from Pexels Sustainability isn’t a marketing trend. It’s a...

Ivonna Young
Apr 13 min read


Building Campaigns That Actually Sell
How to Plan a Spring/Summer Fashion, Beauty, and Lifestyle Marketing Campaign That Drives Results Photo from Pexels If your Q2 marketing...

Ivonna Young
Mar 273 min read


How to Optimize Your Website & Ads for Q2 Sales Growth
Photo from Pexels Q2 isn’t just another quarter—it’s a make-or-break season for sales growth. This is the moment to refine your website...

Ivonna Young
Mar 213 min read


How Do I Audit My Marketing Plan for Q2?
A Step-by-Step Guide Q2 is a turning point for brands. The slow post-holiday months are behind us, and now consumer spending picks up....

Ivonna Young
Mar 104 min read


How to Refresh Your Marketing Strategy for Q2 Success
Why Q2 Is a Critical Time for Brands to Optimize Marketing Photo: Pexels Q2 is where the real game begins. The dust from Q1 has settled,...

Ivonna Young
Mar 74 min read


Brands That Thrived by Staying True to Their Values
In a market where every brand is vying for attention, standing out isn’t just about having a great product—it’s about standing for...

Ivonna Young
Feb 272 min read


Adapt to Trends Without Losing Your Brand Identity
In fashion, beauty, and lifestyle, trends move at lightning speed. Brands that ignore them risk irrelevance, but those that blindly...

Ivonna Young
Feb 202 min read


Define Your Core Values for a Lasting Impact
Every time the world shifts—whether it’s a cultural shake-up, a political storm, or just some major societal upheaval—brands start to...

Ivonna Young
Feb 105 min read


Clear Vision = More Sales
A strong brand isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about clarity, consistency, and adaptability. Fashion, beauty, and lifestyle brands are...

Ivonna Young
Feb 63 min read
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