Christmas is that time of the year when we all want to be a bit kinder, more generous and overall better people—no surprise that many charity foundations try to raise additional funds over this period, launching promotional Christmas-themed activities.
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Following in the footsteps of Coke Zero’s Sweater Generator fun-packed contest, Budweiser has introduced its own sweater-themed promotion in line with the holiday knitwear season. The beer brand fosters a little revolution in sweaters production, making grannies step aside and give way to contemporary installations, powered with social media. Budweiser’s Twitter-powered knitting machine, Knitbot, creates sweaters fueled with tweeted commitments to not drink&drive.
Hermès has taken its “Petit h” collection, which is focused on reusing and recycling industrial leftovers, to London. The project, presented at the brand’s store on 155 New Bond Street, introduces stylish items create from discarded materials and defective inventory. The exhibit is open from November 20 to December 7.
The Lynx Africa turns 18 this year, and to celebrate this occasion the brand has teamed up with the TMW agency to roll out an art-focused campaign dubbed “The can becomes the man.” Lynx has launched a digital hub and commissioned 17 artists to share their creative pieces revolving around the cultural heritage of the fragrance. The 18th work is to be created by the label’s fans.
American Express is rolling out a new program, Small Business Saturday initiative, in the UK to promote local brands, retailers and services, encouraging the consumers to shop locally. The credit card brand collaborated with the Ogilvy&Mather agency to deliver its message though a vibrant visual campaign that includes a TV advert, web promotions and prints.