BACK TO THE PEOPLE

H&M is a global fashion company designing and selling affordable clothing for everyday life, with a focus on accessibility across styles, ages, and needs.

This is a self-initiated exploration of how creator marketing has changed and why polished influencer ads are losing impact. The focus is on how more honest, useful creator content can support confidence and decision-making in everyday fashion.

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What I Looked At

  • How audience fatigue around influencer advertising shows up

  • Why usefulness and relatability matter more than polish

  • How creators can show fit, movement, and wear in real situations

  • How natural, unstaged content supports trust in shopping decisions

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