Study goals
The study aims to understand how musical artists influence Generation Z consumption in the Brazilian luxury market, investigating how image, lifestyle, and cultural associations shape this audience's perceptions, values, and purchasing decisions.
Relevance / originality
The connection between music and luxury brands is understudied. This research explores how music, the luxury market, and Generation Z intertwine, highlighting the influence of artists on consumer habits, delving into a largely understudied field.
Methodology / approach
A mixed methodology with an initial quantitative stage was used to survey potential respondents for the qualitative phase of in-depth interviews. Content analysis was applied to understand consumption patterns, perceptions, and motivations.
Main results
Artists influence Generation Z's luxury consumption, but not uniformly. Some seek identification and belonging, while others value exclusivity, rejecting the "democratization" of luxury. The most cited brands include Dior, Chanel, and Louis Vuitton, among other sectors.
Theoretical / methodological contributions
It expands studies on luxury consumption by integrating musical and cultural influences into the analysis Methodologically, it combines quantitative and qualitative approaches, strengthening the validity of the conclusions and paving the way for future research on Generation Z's behavior in the luxury
Social / management contributions
It offers insights for luxury brands on how to connect with Generation Z without losing exclusivity. It supports strategies that balance reach and symbolic value, considering the values of authenticity, belonging, and representation in communication and market positioning.