Luxury products are now seen by a growing number of global consumers as an important and more widely available way of expressing personal aspirations and values. Most consumers of luxury products and services use them as status symbols and symbols of success. However; the definition of success acirc;euro;ldquo; and the way it is perceived by others acirc;euro;ldquo; is changing. Many of these successful consumers now want the brands they use to reflect their concerns and aspirations. Such products come with a heavy social and environmental cost. Sustainable luxury is about rediscovering the old meaning of luxury acirc;euro;ldquo; a considered purchase of a beautifully crafted object with built-in social and environmental value.The social entrepreneurs documented in this book highlight the relationship between personal values and sustainability; entrepreneurship and innovation in developing and marketing luxury products. The pioneers outline how they have developed inclusive supply chains with poor and vulnerable communities. Their stories prove that luxury need not be a destructive force. Instead; this book opens a window on a world where entrepreneurial pioneers can change the rules of the game.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. The Disco Light Shines BrightBy Greg BatschMr. Arena youve done it once again. The companion to The First Ladies of Disco is an absolute wealth of artists. writers. and producers who helped shaped. molded. and defined one of the greatest music genres of the twentieth century. Mr. Arena has masterfully articulated each artist to tell their story. their family backgrounds. and how hard work and determination. they got their start. how they felt about Disco at the time of their hits they recorded. and what theyve been up to in the intervening years. The author carefully focuses on each artist. writer and producer with the feeling of complete dedication to their art. and who they are. He brings to life the music and its many scenes. You come away with such a glorified feeling from the book. knowing how strong and resilient these artists are. and as well as kind. nice. and hard working people they are. Many of discos best moments will be relieved again through Mr. Arenas collections of interviews. I praise Mr. Arena for keeping the disco ball turning. the strobe lights flashing and the dance floor full. His determination. perseverance. dedication and passion have brought fourth a love to continue to keep this genre of music in the spotlight.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Superb insight into the mostly unheralded disco artists of the ...By CustomerSuperb insight into the mostly unheralded disco artists of the 70s/80s. A "must read" for lovers of the era and the music.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. FOR DISCO MUSIC LOVERSBy Leo K. BoutisA must book for all those interested in the Disco era and its more significant representatives!!! All major artists are included in this book with information and details about their music and lives.
