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Why Aimee Song Is Taking a Different Approach to the Influencer Brand

With her new knitwear-centric label, Amiya, the influencer wants to create something with appeal beyond her “Song of Style” moniker — and that avoids the fate that has befallen so many brands led by internet personalities.
Aimee Song's new brand, Amiya, launches with an initial drop of 10 pieces, primarily knitwear.
Aimee Song's new brand, Amiya, launches with an initial drop of 10 pieces, primarily knitwear. (Brien Adams)

Aimee Song has spent over 15 years building her personal brand online. With her next venture, however, she wants to take a more behind-the-scenes role.

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What’s Driving the Influencer Subscription Boom

As social media users tune out ads, content creators are putting more of their content behind a paywall. The hope is they can build a deeper connection with their followers – and make more money, too.

Lessons From Influencer Marketing Mishaps

Recent controversies from Tarte, Shein and even Bud Light have demonstrated the risks that come with building marketing campaigns around social media stars — and provided learnings for how to operate in the sector today.

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Diana Pearl
Diana Pearl

Diana Pearl is Senior News and Features Editor at The Business of Fashion. She is based in New York and drives BoF’s marketing and media coverage.

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