While it's probably got the ditziest title I've seen for a site, the concept behind iliketotallyloveit.com is anything but silly. The social shopping site lets people categorize their favourite internet finds, similar to ThisNext.com, by photo and description, allowing people to share their treasures with others as well as add and receive comment on things posted in the community.
Here are a few more social shopping sites:
Implications - Social media has become fundamental to the Web, playing a large role in the lives of young consumers. The popularity of Facebook and Twitter has led other sites to put their own twist on the social model. Companies should consider how they can facilitate connections and sharing, both in the online and offline spaces.
5 Social Shopping Sites + ILikeTotallyLoveIt.com
5 Social Shopping Sites + ILikeTotallyLoveIt.com
Trend Themes
1. Social Shopping Sites - Opportunity for businesses to create platforms that allow users to categorize and share their favorite online finds.
2. Categorization and Sharing - Opportunity for businesses to develop tools that enable users to organize and share their online discoveries.
3. Facilitating Connections - Opportunity for businesses to create platforms that facilitate connections and sharing, both online and offline.
Industry Implications
1. E-commerce - E-commerce companies can leverage social shopping sites to enhance user engagement and drive sales.
2. Social Media - Social media platforms can incorporate social shopping features to provide more value to their users.
3. Technology - Technology companies can develop innovative tools and platforms that enhance the social shopping experience.