Tag: Identity

From Badging to Hacking

Branding

From Badging to Hacking

Being t-shirt worthy was once the imperative for brand managers. But consumers have drifted away from badging brands to confer status. Instead, they seek ways to hack the brand's cultural currency to satisfy their social media reach.

A Historian's Thoughts on America's Identity

Moyers & Co.

Identity

A Historian's Thoughts on America's Identity

When we think of brand identities we often forget that nations have them, too. Historian Joyce Appleby suggests a profound ideal that lies of the root of the American brand.

Why is Black Friday Black?

Branding

Why is Black Friday Black?

Color names can provide a powerful influence over brand identity--an influence that is often counter-intuitive.