Luxury Unfiltered is a weekly column by Daniel Langer, an expert in luxury branding, hospitality and activations who was named a “Global Top 5 Luxury Key Opinion Leader” by Netbase Quid.
The recent acquisition of Yoox Net-A-Porter by Mytheresa from Richemont, resulting in a staggering cumulated 4 billion euro loss for the Swiss luxury conglomerate, is just the latest tremor in the increasingly unstable world of luxury ecommerce.
A critical factor is the rise of brand direct-to-consumer dominance. Luxury brands have significantly upped their ecommerce game, with their dot-com websites now offering not just wider product portfolios, but also richer, brand-authentic experiences that multi-brand platforms are unable to replicate.
On top, customer acquisition cost are sky-high and often underestimated by multi-brand platforms. This financial strain is evident in Richemont's experience with YNAP, where the company faced a substantial 1.3 billion euro write-down on YNAP's value, alongside a 555 million euro cash injection and a 100 million euro revolving credit facility provision.
To me, the challenge their business model is facing is very similar to the challenge of malls and department stores. Only those who can create an extraordinary experience will be able to survive. One potential avenue for differentiation lies in curation and discovery, with a focus on emerging designers and niche brands that lack the resources for robust DTC operations. By positioning themselves as incubators and showcases for the next generation of luxury talent, multi-brand platforms could carve out a unique niche in the market.
Strategic partnerships with luxury brands to offer exclusive collections or experiences not available on brand websites could also help multi-brand platforms maintain relevance. By positioning themselves as complementary to brand DTC efforts rather than competitors, these platforms might find a sustainable path forward.
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