Archive for the ‘Pedicure Products’ Category
Wednesday, April 11th, 2012
by: Geoff Ficke
Consumer Product Market Penetration is Much Easier If Exclusivity Is Key to the Lines Branding Strategy
Recently I had the opportunity to visit and work several Trade Shows while on an extended business trip through Europe. One was a huge Beauty Product expo in Italy, another a jewelry fair in Switzerland, and a Gourmet Food Show in England completed the itinerary. Each of the venues would be considered apex convocations within their industry space. Each offered a range of products touching many price points.
As any consumer of economic news knows, today Europe is struggling and in a severe commercial downturn. Consumers are caught in a severe pinch between sky high government taxes and budget deficits, slowing growth, job losses and a real decline in personal incomes. The fear is palpable in many obvious ways, even to a foreign traveler.
And yet, the Trade Shows I attended were each doing their most brisk commerce in the categories that offered the more expensive, exclusive product offerings. I queried any number of vendors from across a broad range of retail price positions. Inevitably the higher end products on offer reported that they were doing well. The mid-market brands seemed to be suffering most. The mass market lines were of course also doing well as many middle class shoppers were trading down in these uncertain times, although many mentioned that they were cutting margins to maintain market share.
It is a fact that in many product categories, exclusivity as a marketing strategy can be an easier route to store shelves than almost any other model. In higher-end markets there is less pricing resistance, and thus greater opportunities to enjoy fatter profit margins. Competition can be much less severe. Obstacles to gaining distribution are much less in specialty
stores and boutiques than exist in chains and mass market discounters.
Pet products that cater to passionate owners often seem eccentric. Jewelry, cashmere sweaters for dogs, Halloween outfits for cats and luxury pet beds seem extreme. But, they sell. A visit to any Pet industry Trade Show will confirm this fact.
Cosmetics, Jewelry, Couture Fashion, Footwear, Automobiles, Gourmet Foods and Drinks, Electronics, Luggage, and many other product categories that provide exclusive brands are booming. Brands in the mid-market range are being squeezed. Private label offerings are picking up market share, though margins are squeezed in order to lower and hit needed price points.
The market for Skin Care products priced over $100 per ounce is sizzling. Gourmet Food brands are enjoying a golden age thanks to the popularity of celebrity chefs and food networks. Jimmy Choo and Manolo Blahnik, among other show designers, have elevated more than the heels on their products. An order for a new Ferrari or McLaren sport car, paid up-front with cash, will earn the buyer a spot on a waiting list with a 2-year wait for delivery of their vehicle. Every Hermes Birkin bag is pre-sold each season before the purses ever hit store shelves. The valet parking concession at Harrods and Harvey Nichols in London is constantly backed up with a constant cue of chauffeur driven Rolls Royce and Bentley automobiles.
Launching Consumer Products with an Exclusivity distribution Marketing Strategy and Sales Model is a course we often we choose for client projects. Once a market has been penetrated, and consumer demand is stimulated for a product it is always an option to replicate the item in a lower price point presentation. You can always come down in price.
Posted in Branding, Business Model, Cosmetics, Entrepreneurialism, Footwear products, Hunting Products, Innovative Products, Jewelry Accessory Products, Launching Menswear Products, Launching new products, Manufacturing and Production, Marketing, Marketing Consulting, Marketing Cosmetic Accessories, Marketing Cosmetics, Marketing New Products or Ideas, Marketing Product Development, Marketing Skincare Products, Pedicure Products, Pet Products, Product Design, Product Development, Skincare Product Development, Skincare Product Launches, Toy Products
Tuesday, March 20th, 2012
Duquesa Marketing
www.DuquesaMarketing.com
Press Release
For Immediate Release
Contact: Geoff Ficke
859-567-1609
gficke@msn.com
Duquesa Marketing Client Pedi-Protexx™ Launches at COSMOPROF Bologna to Great Acclaim
Retailers and Distributors from Over 60 Counties Flock to Secure Licensing opportunities to Secure Perfect Pedicure Protection
Florence, KY Nancy Ficke, co-founder and General Manager of international, award winning Consumer Product Development and Branding consultancy Duquesa Marketing, announced today that over 60 major international distributors and retailers have approached her firm to secure distribution rights to Pedi-Protexx, a novel new pedicure accessory beauty product after viewing the line at COSMOPROF Bologna.
“We were overwhelmed at the rousing response to our client’s product and the unique features of the Pedi-Protexx”, said Ms. Ficke. “COSMOPROF Bologna is the largest, most prestigious beauty product show in the world, and the performance of Pedi-Protexx made it a standout in this mega-competitive milieu”.
“The interest in a simple, elegant product which aids in the application of a pedicure treatment was amazing”, said Alexis Bruning, V.P. of New Product Development for Duquesa
Marketing. “We were continually told that Pedi-Protexx was one of the most original, different products at COSMOPROF.
“In coming weeks we will be making a series of announcements as each country’s specific distribution deal is concluded”, said Nancy Ficke. “The interest in distributing this unique pedicure accessory is growing exponentially as a result of the impact the Pedi-Protexx generated last week at the Bologna show”.
Posted in Entrepreneurialism, Fashion Design, Footwear products, Launching new products, Manufacturing and Production, Marketing, Marketing Consulting, Marketing New Products or Ideas, Marketing Product Development, Pedicure Products, Press Releases, Product Design, Product Development, Salon Products, Shoe Products
Wednesday, February 8th, 2012
Duquesa Marketing
www.duquesamarketing.com
Press Release
For Immediate Release
Contact: Geoff Ficke
859-567-1609
gficke@msn.com
Duquesa Marketing Announces Unveiling of Pedi-Protexx Web-Site to Support International Brand Introduction
Pedicure Accessory URL www.Pedi-Protexx.com to Be Launched at Prestigious COSMOPROF Bologna Beauty Industry Expo March 9-13
Florence, KY Geoff Ficke, President of international award winning Consumer Product Development and Branding firm Duquesa Marketing announced today that his firm will unveil the new web-site www.Pedi-Protexx.com on March 8 to coincide with the retail launch of Pedi-Protexx™ at COSMOPROF Bologna, March 9-13.
“Pedi-Protexx™ is an elegantly simple accessory that insures perfect pedicure protection”, said Mr. Ficke. “The product presents a wonderful up-sell opportunity for every salon in the world that offers pedicure services. The design and performance features are novel and we are thrilled to unveil the Pedi-Protexx line and web-site at COSMOPROF Bologna”.
“The URL www.Pedi-Protexx.com will go on-line on Thursday March 8, timed to coincide with the lines unveiling at COSMOPROF”, said Nancy Ficke, General Manager of Duquesa Marketing, managing consultants for the Pedi-Protexx project. “The evolution of this product from idea through concept and prototype to perfected market ready beauty accessory
has been so rewarding for our team”.
We have already begun negotiating with certain distributors for exclusive country rights assignments”, said Alexis Bruning, V.P. of New Product Development for Duquesa Marketing. Interest has been strong and we hope to announce a full slate of distribution relationships for Pedi-Protexx after COSMOPROF”.
Posted in Cosmetics, Launching new products, Marketing, Marketing Consulting, Marketing Cosmetic Accessories, Marketing Cosmetics, Marketing New Products or Ideas, Marketing Product Development, Pedicure Products, Press Releases
Wednesday, February 8th, 2012
Duquesa Marketing
www.duquesamarketing.com
Press Release
For Immediate Release
Contact: Geoff Ficke
859-567-1609
gficke@msn.com
Pedi-Protexx™ Web-site to Be Unveiled in Conjunction With International Retail Brand Introduction in March
www.Pedi-Protexx.com Will Go On-Line March 8 as Pedicure Accessory Products Launched at Prestigious COSMOPROF Bologna
Alexandria, VA Dr. Barbara von Mettenheim, creator of Pedi-Protexx and President of BvonM LLC, announced today that her firm will unveil their web-site www.Pedi-Protexx.com, March 8, 2012. The URL will support the international retail introduction of the patented, novel line of Pedi-Protexx pedicure accessory products at the premiere Cosmetic Expo, COSMOPROF Bologna, March 9-13.
“The URL www.Pedi-Protexx.com was crafted to convey maximum detail about the unusual design and advanced features of Pedi-Protexx”, said Dr. von Mettenheim. “Pedi-Protexx is created to provide perfect pedicure protection for consumers of professionally applied pedicures. The service is not inexpensive, and as a luxury pamper, my product is built to maximize the experience”.
“Pedi-Protexx is a wonderful up-sell opportunity for every salon in the world that provides pedicure services”, said Nancy Ficke, General Manager of Florence, KY based Duquesa Marketing, managing consultants for the Pedi-Protexx project. “COSMOPROF Bologna is the premiere Cosmetic and Beauty Industry trade show and it is the perfect venue to introduce Pedi-Protexx to the widest possible international audience of salons, retailers and distributors”.
“Duquesa Marketing is already in discussions with a number of country specific distributors about organizing exclusive licensed territories to represent Pedi-Protexx”, said Dr. von Mettenheim. “We will announce the full lineup of distributors after COSMOPROF as well as North American sales channels”.
Posted in Footwear products, Launching new products, Marketing, Marketing Consulting, Marketing Cosmetic Accessories, Marketing New Products or Ideas, Marketing Product Development, Pedicure Products, Press Releases
Saturday, February 4th, 2012
Duquesa Marketing
www.duquesamarketing.com
Press Release
For Immediate Release
Contact: Geoff Ficke
859-567-1609
gficke@msn.com
Pedi-Protexx™ Announces Introduction to International Beauty Trade at COSMOPROF Bologna March 9-12
“Perfect Pedicure Protection” Patented Accessory to Be Presented in the Salon Pavilion-Stand A-42 B-43-G
Alexandria, VA USA Dr. Barbara von Mettenheim, President of BvonM LLC, creator of the novel pedicure accessory line Pedi-Protexx will be introduced to the international retail trade at the upcoming COSMOPROF Bologna, Italy. COSMOPROF is the oldest and largest luxury Beauty and Cosmetic product trade show in the world.
“The final elements of the Pedi-Protexx introduction are virtually complete”, said Ms. von Mettenheim. “We chose COSMOPROF Bologna as our launch point precisely because my unique pedicure accessory needs and deserves the widest possible exposure and this premiere venue insures us that reach”.
“Barbara von Mettenheim has crafted a wonderfully simple, elegant solution to a problem that every consumer of pedicures experiences”, said Geoff Ficke, President of Florence, KY based Duquesa Marketing, managing consultants for the Pedi-Protexx project. “Pedi-Protexx is ideal for introduction at the COSMOPROF Salon Pavilion, before a truly discerning clientele that will adore Pedi-Protexx”.
“We will be on display at stand number A-42 B-43-G in the international Salon Pavilion”, said Ms. von Mettenheim. “Our early response from international distributors has exceeded expectations and we look forward to assigning exclusive territory licenses to a number of these distributors while at COSMOPROF”.
Posted in Footwear products, Launching new products, Marketing, Marketing Consulting, Marketing New Products or Ideas, Marketing Product Development, Pedicure Products, Press Releases, Salon Products
Saturday, January 14th, 2012
Duquesa Marketing
Press Release
For Immediate Release
Contact: Geoff Ficke
859-567-1609
Pedi-Protexx™ Novel Line of Pedicure Accessory Products to be Launched to International Beauty Trade this Spring
Line to Be unveiled at COSMOPROF Bologna March 9-12, the world’s Largest, Most Prestigious Cosmetic Industry Trade Show
Alexandria, VA. Dr. Barbara von Mettenheim, creator of the novel Pedi-Protexx™ line of pedicure accessory products announced today that she will introduce the line to the
international beauty industry trade at COSMOPROF Bologna, Italy March 9-12, 2012. Pedi-Protexx will be presented in the Salon Pavilion. “I reviewed all launch options in great depth with my Managing Consultants at Duquesa Marketing”, said Dr. von Mettenheim. “They have enjoyed such great success over the years from utilizing COSMOPROF as an international platform to present new lines. It was an easy decision for us to conclude that COSMOPROF was the ideal show for a breakthrough product like my Pedi-Protexx”. “We only take items and lines to premium shows like COSMOPROF if they have international bona fides”, said Geoff Ficke, President of Florence, KY based Duquesa Marketing. “Pedi-Protexx certainly possesses every element essential to be successful in the most competitive distribution channels in the cosmetic world”. “Pedi-Protexx is unique in that there is no direct competition for the product, not even tangentially”, said Nancy Ficke, General Manager of Duquesa Marketing. “This is the ideal up-sell item for every nail salon, beauty salon or day spa that provides Pedicure services for clients. It is a natural new business driver for the discerning distributors that attend COSMOPROF Bologna”. “We will unveil our website and sales promotion in early March to coincide with COSMOPROF Bologna”, said Dr. von Mettenheim. “USA and international pricing will also be unveiled at the show. Duquesa Marketing is in the process of contacting select country distributors to negotiate country by country licenses”.
Posted in Cosmetics, Entrepreneurialism, Launching new products, Marketing, Marketing Consulting, Marketing Cosmetic Accessories, Marketing New Products or Ideas, Marketing Product Development, Pedicure Products, Press Releases, Salon Products
Saturday, January 14th, 2012
Duquesa Marketing
Press Release
For Immediate Release
Contact: Geoff Ficke
859-567-1609
Pedi-Protexx™ Announces Charles Behlow Clinical Imaging to Produce Video for Spring-2012 Launch
Pedicure Accessory Product Line to Be Introduced at Prestigious COSMOPROF Bologna, Italy March 9-13
Alexandria, VA Dr. Barbara von Mettenheim creator of the novel salon Pedicure Accessory line Pedi-Protexx, announced today that her atelier has engaged the services of Cincinnati-based Charles Behlow Custom Imaging to create video sales collateral for the upcoming product launch of her Brand at COSMOPROF Bologna, the largest Beauty Industry Trade Show in the world.
“The audience at COSMOPROF Is sophisticated, international and huge”, said Dr. von Mettenheim. “Pedi-Protexx will be unveiled for the first time to this discerning audience of retailers and distributors so we must have every base covered. I am confident that Behlow Graphic Imaging is the perfect source for the quality video production I need for this upscale EXPO”.
“We interviewed several very capable videographers”, said Geoff Ficke, President of Florence, KY based Duquesa Marketing, Managing Consultants for the Pedi-Protexx project. “Charles Behlow’s group has excellent experience in creating the types of stylized videos we envision to support the Pedi-Protexx introduction”.
“Duquesa Marketing is in the final stages of organizing all sales collateral, display and pricing for the Pedi-Protexx launch”, said Dr. von Mettenheim. “They have received very strong interest from specific country distributors interested in exclusively representing Pedi-Protexx in their countries”.
Posted in Cosmetics, Entrepreneurialism, Launching new products, Marketing Consulting, Marketing Cosmetic Accessories, Marketing New Products or Ideas, Marketing Product Development, Pedicure Products, Press Releases, Salon Products
Thursday, January 12th, 2012
Duquesa Marketing
www.duquesamarketing.com
Press Release
For Immediate Release
January 12, 2012
Contact: Geoff Ficke
859-567-1609
Duquesa Marketing Appoints Defined by Design to Develop Graphic Art for Pedi-Protexx Cosmetic Accessory
Packaging, Display, Branding, Web-Site and Trade Show Visuals To Be Produced to Support International Product Launch in Spring-2012
Florence, KY Nancy Ficke, General Manager of International award winning Branding and Consumer Product Design and Development firm Duquesa Marketing announced today the her group has appointed Melbourne, FL based Defined by Design to create Graphic Art elements for the launch of Cosmetic Accessory Pedi-Protexx.
“As Managing Consultants for the Pedi-Protexx project we reviewed a number of candidates to assist us in creating the visual Branding elements we will need to take the line to market”, said Mrs. Ficke. “We were most impressed by the vision Linda Walding and her firm Defined by Design brought to the project”.
“Dr. Barbara von Mettenheim, founder of BvonM LLC and creator of Pedi-Protexx has crafted a wonderful, simple, elegant solution to a problem that many women experience”, said Alexis Bruning, VP of New Business Development for Duquesa Marketing. “The Graphic Art element for this project is crucial to ultimate success and Defined by Design is proving to be a wise creative choice”.
Duquesa Marketing will be announcing shortly an aggressive launch calendar for the Pedi-Protexx line of Cosmetic Accessories. The Brand will be introduced in an international venue and will enjoy excellent sales promotional support. The Business Plan is for a Spring-2012 roll-out.
Posted in Footwear products, Launching new products, Manufacturing and Production, Marketing, Marketing Consulting, Marketing Cosmetic Accessories, Marketing Cosmetics, Marketing New Products or Ideas, Marketing Product Development, Pedicure Products, Press Releases
Thursday, December 1st, 2011
Duquesa Marketing, Inc.
www.duquesamarketing.com
Press Release
For Immediate Release
December 1, 2011
Contact: Geoff Ficke
859-567-1609
gficke@msn.com
Novel New Line to Be Introduced to Retail Beauty Trade in Spring-2012 at Major International Venue
Alexandria, VA – Dr. Barbara von Mettenheim, creator of Pedi-Flip announced today that her Beauty Product design atelier BvonM LLC has contracted the services of Melbourne, FL based Defined by Design to create essential Branding and Graphic Art visual elements for a Spring-2012 international market introduction.
“I collaborated with my Managing Consultants at Duquesa Marketing to review a number of candidates for creative design work”, said Dr. von Mettenheim. “Pedi-Flip is a product that performs a specific, necessary task, but it also has a good bit of fun and whimsy attached to the design. Linda Walding immediately grasped my vision and is a wonderful addition to our team”.
“When my work product was being reviewed by Geoff Ficke of Duquesa Marketing and Barbara von Mettenheim I became very appreciative of the diligence they exercised in considering all of the submissions,”, said Linda Walding, President of Defined by Design. “I was of course thrilled to be selected to work on this interesting, exciting project”.
“My specialty is creativity and product design”, said Dr. von Mettenheim. “I am fortunate to have Duquesa Marketing acting as my Managing Consultants and Defined by Design handling Graphic Art. This gives me the freedom to concentrate on areas where I can be most productive”.
Posted in Branding, Entrepreneurialism, Footwear products, Launching new products, Marketing New Products or Ideas, Marketing Product Development, Pedicure Products, Press Releases, Product Design, Product Development
Saturday, November 5th, 2011
Duquesa Marketing, Inc.
www.duquesamarketing.com
Press Release
For Immediate Release
November 5, 2011
Contact: Geoff Ficke
859-567-1609
Duquesa Marketing Appoints Defined by Design to Develop Graphic Art for Pedi-Flip Cosmetic Accessory
Packaging, Display, Branding, Web-Site and Trade Show Visuals To Be Produced to Support International Product Launch in Spring-2012
Florence, KY Nancy Ficke, General Manager of International award winning Branding and Consumer Product Design and Development firm Duquesa Marketing announced today that her group has appointed Melbourne, FL based Defined by Design to create Graphic Art elements for the launch of Cosmetic Accessory Pedi-Flip.
“As Managing Consultants for the Pedi-Flip project we reviewed a number of candidates to assist us in creating the visual Branding elements we will need to take the line to market”, said Mrs. Ficke. “We were most impressed by the vision Linda Walding and her firm Defined by Design brought to the project”.
“Dr. Barbara von Mettenheim, founder of BvonM LLC and creator of Pedi-Flip has crafted a wonderful, simple, elegant solution to a problem that many women experience”, said Alexis Bruning, VP of New Business Development for Duquesa Marketing. “The Graphic Art element for this project is crucial to ultimate success and Defined by Design is proving to be a wise creative choice”.
Duquesa Marketing will be announcing shortly an aggressive launch calendar for the Pedi-Flip line of Cosmetic Accessories. The Brand will be introduced in an international venue and will enjoy excellent sales promotional support. The Business Plan is for a Spring-2012 roll-out.
Posted in Branding, Footwear products, Innovation, Innovative Products, Launching new products, Marketing Consulting, Marketing New Products or Ideas, Pedicure Products, Product Design, Product Development, Salon Products
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