Delivering An Authentic Social Media Strategy To 30 Million People

 

Our Client

Flawless by Gabrielle Union is a distinctive textured hair care collection co-created by the renowned actress Gabrielle Union and her trusted hairstylist, Larry Sims. At its core, Flawless celebrates individuality, championing both your unique identity and style adaptability. Every product in this curated line is tailored to specific textures and is infused with a rich blend of exotic, hydrating ingredients.

But Flawless is more than just high-quality haircare; it promises authenticity, affordability, and accessibility. The brand resonates with a global audience by catering to a wide array of styles—natural, protective, and those involving heat. Flawless is stocked by leading retailers, including Amazon, Sally Beauty, Walmart, CVS, JCPenney, and even stretches its presence to Clicks in South Africa.

The Challenge

Flawless had embarked on a brand relaunch, leveraging public relations, influencer marketing, and various social media initiatives. However, there was a conspicuous gap in their approach: the absence of a comprehensive social media strategy.

This strategy would be pivotal, given the modern digital landscape where brands thrive or falter based on their online presence and engagement. They needed not just piecemeal efforts but a cohesive, well-thought-out strategy that integrated both organic and paid social media activities.

Recognizing this need, they approached our team based on our proven expertise in the hair care sector. We have a robust history of working with brands, particularly those that are celebrity-owned or have a rich legacy. This proven track record positioned us as the ideal partners to help Flawless achieve its goals in the digital realm.

Our Solution

Recognizing the needs of the brand, we crafted an annual social media marketing strategy focused on bolstering their follower base and nurturing an engaged "social tribe."

A cornerstone of our approach was the orchestration of product roll-out campaigns. These campaigns spotlighted every new addition to the Flawless collection, generating buzz and excitement. To complement this and instill trust, we emphasized the importance of real user experiences, showcasing genuine product trials and testimonies, giving potential consumers an authentic insight into the products' benefits.

Recognizing the value of hands-on guidance, we curated a series of how-to tutorials. These step-by-step guides ensured users could maximize the benefits of Flawless products. To further foster community engagement, we initiated a range of giveaways. These were thoughtfully linked to significant brand events and partnerships, such as the "Run the World, Forever Flawless" collaboration and brand anniversaries.

Lastly, understanding the potency of user-generated content, we seamlessly integrated content from the brand's ambassadors into our strategy. This move amplified those authentic voices and solidified the brand's presence in the digital space. Through these combined efforts, our overarching goal was to deepen Flawless's connection with its community while enhancing its digital footprint.

The Results

Our collaboration with the Flawless brand led to significant and tangible outcomes. At the forefront was the development of a comprehensive social media marketing plan, meticulously crafted to enhance brand visibility and drive sales across various retail platforms.’

One of the most notable achievements was the exponential growth of the brand's Instagram following. Over two years, we managed to amass a community of 84,000 individuals, a testament to the effectiveness of our strategies and the resonance of the brand's messaging. In addition, our efforts led to an impressive accumulation of over 30 million social media impressions, showcasing the vast reach and engagement of the Flawless brand.

Beyond just digital metrics, our strategies translated into real-world successes. The brand witnessed multiple sell-outs during Amazon Prime days, a prime indicator of the brand's growing demand and appeal. Additionally, retailers frequently reported stock depletion due to high demand, further solidifying the success of our efforts in driving both awareness and sales.

In essence, our collaboration with Flawless amplified its digital presence and translated into tangible business successes.