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Just How Big Can Fashion Substack Get?

Brands, podcasters and influencers with massive followings are joining the platform. But some veterans say that growth comes at a price.
Dianna Cohen, Nell Diamond and Eugene Rabkin are among the recent high-profile additions to Substack.
Dianna Cohen, Nell Diamond and Eugene Rabkin are among the recent high-profile additions to Substack. (Courtesy)

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Fashion’s Unexpected Data Treasure Troves

A wave of independent fashion brokers — including sourcers, Substackers and stylists — are figuring out how to use the information they gather from their plugged-in audiences, who are increasingly interested in data themselves.

The Substack-ification of Beauty

Fashion newsletters have won loyal followings, but beauty authors are still finding their footing between commentary and shopping links.

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