In this month's episode, Natalie and MJ sit down with Lana Rush, Head of Marketing at OSPREY LONDON, to explore how a heritage British brand with deep artisanal roots is navigating the digital frontier. From preserving the founder’s original vi...

This month, we delve into the heart of authentic marketing within the luxury hospitality sector with Jatin Shastri, Director of Marketing and Communications at Six Senses. In a world saturated with curated perfection, we explore how Six Senses ...

This month we're joined by Dan Challis, Head of Brand at Sana Jardin. Dan shares his insights on the power of micro-communities. We discuss the defining characteristics of these niche audiences, exploring their unique advantages over a mass-mar...

What makes a luxury pop-up truly successful? Retail expert Xian Pelaez from Harrods joins us to discuss the art of crafting captivating pop-up experiences. We delve into the complexities of balancing brand identities, the strategic ...

In this episode, we speak with Alice Langston from French skincare brand Caudalie. Alice shares invaluable insights on the importance of localisation for luxury brands, highlighting how Caudalie adapts its marketing strategies to resonate with ...

Spirit of Yorkshire, an independent and high-quality whiskey brand, has successfully balanced its premium image with its down-to-earth heritage. In this episode of LEAP into Luxury, Marketing Director Jenni Ashwood discusses how the brand targe...

In this episode of LEAP into Luxury, we sit down with Abi Oyepitan, co-founder of LIHA Beauty, a luxury skincare brand that celebrates African heritage. Abi shares insights into the brand's journey, from its humble beginnings in a kitchen to it...

In this inaugural episode of LEAP into Luxury season 2, hosts Natalie and MJ are joined by Cécile Lasota, Head of Marketing DE/AT at Diptyque. Together, they delve into the burgeoning trend of retailtainment, a concept that blends retail with e...

This week Natalie & MJ dive into luxury’s biggest opportunities in media strategy with special guest Karina Manolis, Client Partner at Publicis Media Luxe. In a marketing landscape that is navigating technological advancements and a vocal a...

What can a brand achieve when a consistent, thoughtful and considered strategy is at the heart of every decision? This week, Natalie & MJ are joined by Annika Meller, Chief Strategy Officer for ANINE BING. As the brand's first hire and havi...

This week, Natalie & MJ meet with marketing managers Hattie Smith and Louise Barber to discuss Pandora's journey to becoming a full jewellery house, with a tailored omni-channel approach to delivering the brand's new message to the masses. ...

This week Natalie and MJ discuss the effectiveness of brand collaborations in an evolving consumer landscape with Jing Daily’s Brand and Collabs Editor, Sadie Bargeron. Together they unpack the future of luxury brand partnerships, disc...

Impulsive purchasing and ever-changing trends are key drivers of over-production and waste. With 6 in 10 items of clothes made every year ending up in landfills within 12 months, this episode has A LOT to unpack. This week Natalie and MJ are jo...

Hair by Sam McKnight is taking their iconic hair stylist’s legacy to the next level. You may know him for his work with Kate Moss, Bella Hadid, and Princess Diana. Natalie and MJ dive in with Rebecca Love- Social Media Manager for Hair by Sam M...

It’s hard to deny the growing power of TikTok in the modern media landscape, but how do luxury brands authentically adopt an approach that suits the lo-fi nature of the app? This week, LEAP’s luxury Gen Z-er and Senior Account Executive, Sophie...

Jendaya is a luxury e-commerce platform bringing the richness of African culture to the global luxury consumer. Ayotunde Rufai, CEO and Co-Founder of Jendaya, launched the marketplace in 2017 with the aim of setting a new diverse standard for l...

Combining generative AI with the intricate design practices of the luxury industry may seem like an unexpected pairing, but Vic Riches, Head of Design and Partnerships at Marc Jacques Burton, has proven that luxury brands can harness the power ...

Highly edited campaign images, Instagram filters, Facetune… everywhere we look, we’re faced with impossible images reflecting the ‘beauty standards’ we’re meant to aspire to. Cult Beauty have joined forces with Dr Luke Evans and signed the ‘Bod...

Cult Beauty burst onto the scene in 2008 and revolutionised purchasing for the beauty obsessed of Britain. In the first of a 2 part mini-series, Natalie and MJ are joined by Alicia Hickey, Head of Sustainability and Social Causes at Cult Beauty...

In the opening episode of this 'LEAP into Luxury' series, co-hosts and luxury marketing masters, Natalie and MJ, set the scene for the coming series of exploration into the global luxury landscape. Visiting the past, digesting the present and d...

Welcome to Leap into Luxury! We'll be diving into all things luxe with leading industry experts. Hosted by Natalie Lennon and MJ Evely.