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Gap Ventures Into Travel Lifestyle with Shay Mitchell’s Luggage Brand | Travel Unpacked Newsletter

Plus, How Briggs & Riley Built A Legacy To Last

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Welcome to Travel Unpacked, your essential newsletter for dominating the digital marketplace landscape as a travel accessories brand.

Retail’s New Reality 🛍

Retail growth is no longer confined to brand .com websites. Fospha’s newest report shows customers are shopping across a fragmented mix of web, Amazon, and TikTok Shop, and the data proves it.

In their analysis of $176M in ad spend, Fospha’s research found that:

  • Web/.com now accounts for just 43% of total sales

  • Amazon contributes 22%

  • TikTok Shop is already driving 35% of total sales (for brands actively spending in the channel)

But the report’s biggest finding? 42% of Amazon sales are influenced by ads on TikTok, Meta, Google, and Snap. Traditional tools miss this impact completely.

To solve this, Fospha built Halo. The report demonstrates how Halo’s daily, full-funnel measurement unifies .com and marketplace performance into a single view, capturing the true cross-channel impact of marketing with Unified ROAS [(Web + Amazon Revenue) / Channel Spend].

👉 Download Fospha’s Halo Report: Measure and Grow .com and Beyond to explore the full data and insights.

Sector Spotlight 🎥

TRAVEL LIFESTYLE EXPANSION

Gap collaborates with Shay Mitchell's brand BÉIS for a limited-edition travel lifestyle collection, blending classic apparel with functional luggage. This strategic partnership aligns Gap with evolving consumer preferences for travel-friendly fashion, leveraging social media to enhance reach. Marketing professionals can glean insights into brand relevance through celebrity-led, digital-focused campaigns.

LUXURY LUGGAGE DESIGN

Carl Friedrik's new Carry-on X Core suitcase blends functionality and style, with a softside front pocket made from recycled materials and a durable hard shell crafted from Makrolon polycarbonate. This innovative design caters to travelers seeking lightweight mobility and understated luxury, featuring a 42-liter capacity and smart internal layout, making it a versatile addition for brands targeting environmentally conscious and functionality-driven consumers.

LUXURY TRAVEL LUGGAGE

Briggs & Riley's success in luxury luggage hinges on its lifetime guarantee and innovative CX Compression technology, meeting travelers' needs for durability and enhanced capacity. Their focus on quality over fleeting trends positions them as a staple for discerning travelers. For marketers, the brand exemplifies staying true to core promises while integrating genuine innovations.

Optimization Hub ⚙️

RETAIL INNOVATION

Google's new feature in Chrome displays AI-generated summaries of online store reviews, accessible by tapping an info icon next to the URL. This tool, listing star ratings and summaries, offers consumers a straightforward view of retailer reputations. It's vital for brands to ensure positive Google reviews to influence purchase decisions, as this feature prominently highlights customer feedback during site visits.

DIGITAL MARKETING STRATEGIES

In times of economic uncertainty, maintaining marketing efforts on Pinterest is crucial for long-term success, as the platform reaches a broad, actively shopping audience.

By leveraging awareness campaigns, performance marketing solutions, and AI-driven tools, marketers can optimize engagement with high-intent shoppers while emphasizing value-based messaging to align with changing consumer budgets.

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