Seven-time Grammy-winner Taylor Swift is not just a singer and songwriter, but is also a fashion brand. Soon, Taylor Swift dresses, sweatshirts and tops will be sold through China's second largest e-commerce company, JD.com Inc.
JD.com Inc. directly competes with China's no. 1, Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. According to MTV News.
JD.com Inc wants to create an online mall devoted to US brands alone. After news of the Swift team-up surfaced, the stock value of JD.com Inc increased.
On the website of Swift's clothing brands, most items bear the portrait of the pop singer. Guess this would be the trend in China by August.
Many actors and performers have gotten on the bandwagon of having their own clothing lines. They are now referred to celebpreneurs. Time Magazine, in 2011, lists some of the top fashion celebpreneurs. First on the list is Jessica Simpson, who is expected to exceed $ 1 billion in sales. She may not consistently top the charts with her songs, but her fashion sense and entrepreneurial skills make her a bonafide mogul. Next on the list is reality TV star Nicole Richie whose fashion empire includes 'House of Harlow 1960' boho-chic jewelry and Winter Kate ready-to-wear.
Victoria Beckham proved herself to be more than just Posh Spice. She dresses celebrities like Kate Winslet and Kim Kardashian with her pricey line of dresses. The Olsen twins dress like their grandmothers, but their clothes sell like hotcakes especially that they cater to both low and high-end fashionistas. L.A.M.B label is owned by Gwen Stefani, and earns $ 9 million a year. Jay-Z does not only have Beyonce; he also has $ 700 million a year from his street-wear.
Justin Timberlake launched his clothing line in 2006, and claims his gentlemen's line is be inspired by Frank Sinatra and Elvis. Beyonce is included in the list, thanks to her mother, Tina Knowles who designs bootylicious costumes. If you are young, rich and famous, then you would be a fan of the clothes of Diddy or Puff Daddy. And finally, not just because he is married to a Kardashian, Kanye West makes fashion history by being the first male performer/celebpreneur to break into women's high fashion.
