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Lessons From Influencer Marketing Mishaps

Recent controversies from Tarte, Shein and even Bud Light have demonstrated the risks that come with building marketing campaigns around social media stars — and provide guidance for how to operate in the sector today.
Shein found itself in the middle of a social media firestorm after inviting a group of influencers to tour one of its factories in China.
Shein found itself in the middle of a social media firestorm after inviting a group of influencers to tour one of its factories in China. (Getty Images)

It probably seemed like a good idea at the time.

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Diana Pearl
Diana Pearl

Diana Pearl is Senior News and Features Editor at The Business of Fashion. She is based in New York and drives BoF’s marketing and media coverage.

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