Creative Direction

I get these questions all the time — from beauty founders over coffee, fashion creatives mid-launch panic, and even friends who still think I “just do logos.” So here it is: a no-fluff Q&A about what brand strategy actually  means, why creative direction isn’t just about pretty pictures, and how you can make your brand feel more like a world people want to live in. 1. What does a brand strategist actually do? It depends on the project. If I’m creating a brand from scratch or

When Miu Miu launched Miutine, they didn’t just drop a fragrance with a floral arrangement. They sent creators a PR box with only the fragrance + a branded mic — simple, useful, and high impact. By avoiding adding useless gadgets, they reduce waste and ensure every item gets the spotlight. (Creators will use a mic; they will not keep dried flowers.) Their campaign got the industry talking —   Miu Miu   is now a case study in how intelligent PR actually works. But here’s the p