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What’s wrong with Gucci €95,000 underwear
Gucci risks repeating a hype-driven cycle: attention without stability. My thoughts on the Gucci Spring/Summer runway collection.
Maryna Borysenko
Mar 32 min read


Saint Laurent Spring Summer 2026: Can Nylon Sustain Luxury Pricing Beyond the Runway?
Saint Laurent Spring Summer 2026 reveals the tension between nylon as concept, luxury pricing, and how clients actually dress.
Maryna Borysenko
Feb 256 min read


Saint Laurent’s £2,400 Windbreaker Problem. Price architecture in Resort 2026 collection.
Saint Laurent Resort 2026 windbreakers and the failure of price architecture.
Maryna Borysenko
Jan 272 min read


Kering’s 2026 Pricing Strategy vs. Reality: Saint Laurent Example
Why Saint Laurent’s £840 swimsuit raises questions—and how it highlights gaps between Kering’s pricing strategy and reality.
Maryna Borysenko
Dec 8, 20252 min read


Cashmere Pants: Which Luxury Brand Breaks the Bank?
From Bottega Veneta to Loro Piana, Hermès and Dior—find out what shapes luxury pricing and which brand ranks highest.
Maryna Borysenko
Dec 1, 20252 min read


Saint Laurent Resort 2026: Aspirational or Out of Touch?
A look at Saint Laurent’s latest pricing choices and why they may be out of sync with today’s conscious luxury buyer.
Maryna Borysenko
Nov 25, 20252 min read


Valentino Labour Exploitation Case: A PR Breakdown of Crisis Communication
Milan court puts Valentino Bags Lab under administration for labor abuses—uncover the fallout, key players, and an effective crisis-communications playbook.
Maryna Borysenko
May 18, 20257 min read


Label Approach in Bottega Veneta Product Presentation (+ further ideas)
How labels can enhance a brand: telling stories, building loyalty, and sparking interest. Bottega Veneta example + further ideas.
Maryna Borysenko
May 1, 20253 min read


2Jour Gazette | Special Edition (14): Kering 2025 Annual General Meeting. Key Takeaways and Strategic (?) Outlook.
Kering AGM 2025: Leadership outlines recovery roadmap amid market challenges. But is there actually a plan? Read the key takeaways in the article.
Maryna Borysenko
Apr 29, 202515 min read


Latest Faux-Pas in Brand Communication: What Client Is Bottega Veneta Chasing?
Why is Bottega Veneta focused on exotic leathers in the Resort 2025 lookbook, and what are the downsides of this approach?
Maryna Borysenko
Nov 1, 20242 min read


Take a Lesson from Gucci: How to Present a New Runway Collection on the Official Website (and Convert Instant Interest into Direct Sales)
How Gucci's website strategy turns instant runway interest into long-term sales, with practical tips for converting excitement into revenue.
Maryna Borysenko
Sep 23, 20242 min read


Brand Archetypes: Saint Laurent Missed Opportunities
How Saint Laurent might miss audiences with high purchasing power while tapping into solely one archetype.
Maryna Borysenko
Sep 10, 20242 min read


Keep It Clear: Simple Language in Luxury e-Commerce. Bottega Veneta Menu Highlights Example & 2 Solutions.
How to display menu highlights in an engaging yet simple way. Bottega Veneta example & 2 solutions.
Maryna Borysenko
Aug 12, 20241 min read


How to Present a Lookbook Online: Do's by Cartier, Don'ts by Saint Laurent
Discover the do's and don'ts of presenting an online lookbook, with insights from Cartier and Saint Laurent.
Maryna Borysenko
Aug 5, 20242 min read


How To Communicate Sustainability Online Better. Chloe, Gucci, Loro Piana, Maison Margiela & Prada Examples & Insights
How luxury fashion brands communicate their sustainability efforts online. Examples and solutions.
Maryna Borysenko
Jul 20, 20246 min read


Pricing in Luxury Fashion: The Bigger, The Better? Saint Laurent Jumpsuit Case.
The complexities of luxury fashion pricing through SL jumpsuit case. How strategic pricing can enhance brand appeal and customer engagement.
Maryna Borysenko
Jun 16, 20243 min read


Ranking: Top-3 Best and Worst Lighting in Luxury Fitting Rooms
2jour-stylist.com had me walking around dozens of luxury boutiques. Apart from creating content for digital lookbooks, I also observed my client experience and the work of customer advisors to include relevant cases in my consulting work. Fitting rooms are obviously an important part of the client experience. You know how it works – a client either tries to understand how an item works for them or takes a picture to ask for a close one’s opinion. Apart from mirrors (which I
Maryna Borysenko
Jun 7, 20242 min read


Maximising Visibility: Cross-Promotion within Luxury Fashion Group
How collaborations amplify brand synergy and drive market impact - LVMH, Hermes, Kering and Prada group examples.
Maryna Borysenko
May 8, 20244 min read


2Jour Boutique Check: GUCCI London Flagship
Join me as I visit the Gucci London flagship, sharing personal observations and insights on enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Maryna Borysenko
Apr 19, 20246 min read
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