What’s a Brand Worth?
Photo by Reuben Mansell on Unsplash Glossier’s staggering $1.8 billion valuation was not about factories or stockpiles of products. It was built on something less tangible: a clean pink aesthetic, a fiercely loyal online community, and a brand that felt deeply personal. SKIMS grew from the same idea, turning cultural influence into profit. When Coty bought a majority stake in Kylie Cosmetics for $600 million , it wasn’t making a bet on makeup. It was investing in Kylie Jenner’s personal...