Extension Failure: Virgin cola

Many brands fail when they move into inappropriate categories. For instance, Harley Davidson Perfume proved to be an extension too far. Virgin, however, is one company that seems to be able to apply its brand name to anything. Although Richard Branson’s empire began as a record label, signing groundbreaking acts such as the Sex Pistols, it now encompasses virtually everything – from airlines to financial services. Read about the cola failure….

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