5 marketing misfires from 2019 that show brand vulnerability is growing

Higher consumer expectations and a news cycle mentality mean brands must reconsider how they think about the term "backlash" in the months ahead.

By Peter Adams • Nov. 12, 2019

Leveraging nostalgia: How retailers can build on the warmth of holiday shopping

Tapping into a strong sense of community can build a bond with shoppers — and set retailers apart from the competition.

By Kaarin Moore • Nov. 11, 2019

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Top stories that underscore the leading influences on retail marketing, including the creator economy, '90s nostalgia and Gen Z. 

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Mobility brand Lime spotlights LA culture with influencer-led events, print zine

"See You There" is the scooter rental company's first U.S. campaign and is supported by OOH and digital ads.

By Robert Williams • Nov. 11, 2019

Dole serves native content as sponsor of Taste of Home's new baking site

With Taste of Home's baking content generating an average of 6.6 million unique monthly visitors last year, the publisher chose to make a dedicated hub.

By Dianna Christe • Nov. 11, 2019

TikTok further opens to outside ad tech with Yandex partnership

Known as "Russia's Google," Yandex will help advertisers reach TikTok users in the country via video ads with audio and interactive elements.

By Robert Williams • Nov. 11, 2019

Starbucks brews buzz for mobile pay with 'Merry Coffee' holiday cups

Short video spots and digital display banners encourage customers to place orders through the chain's app.

By Robert Williams • Nov. 11, 2019

Local mobile, social ad sales to near $45B by 2024, forecast says

Native ads on social media will be the fastest-growing segment of local mobile advertising, rising 14% a year until 2024.

By Robert Williams • Nov. 8, 2019

Aéropostale's 'Oneness' campaign celebrates unity with real people

Brand ambassadors were found on TikTok and Instagram as well as via referrals from store associates and customers.

By Barry Levine • Nov. 8, 2019

WhatsApp Business debuts product catalogs to enrich mobile chats

Small business owners can now create catalogs to showcase products in conversations with customers.

By Robert Williams • Nov. 8, 2019

P&G, Reese Witherspoon's media brand develop content around bestseller 'Fair Play'

New podcast and video series for the book that gives tips on rebalancing domestic work feature P&G's Tide, Downy, Charmin and Bounty brands.

By Barry Levine • Nov. 8, 2019

Study: Microinfluencer opportunity 'massive' as Gen Z, millennials organically promote favorite brands

A survey found 61% of young consumers are likely to boost a brand they enjoy without getting paid.

By Peter Adams • Nov. 7, 2019

LG Mobile taps Instagram influencers for 'Colors Of Life' promotion

The tech company brought together 65 creators to share experiences like hot air ballooning and showcase new smartphone features.

By Robert Williams • Nov. 7, 2019

Kohl's lets Snapchatters virtually window shop through AR portal

An immersive "New Gifts at Every Turn" experience showcases exclusive merchandise around the holidays.

By Robert Williams • Nov. 7, 2019

Chili's dishes out custom merch to showcase free delivery promotion

Rewards members could win a #ChilisMyHouse starter pack that includes a custom doormat, baby back ribs-scented candle and more.

By Barry Levine • Nov. 7, 2019

Millennial parents want ads to reflect equal roles, Kraft Heinz case study says

The cohort finds traditional advertising to be the least influential channel.

By Dianna Christe • Nov. 6, 2019

Spalding hosts holiday shopping event on social media

To headline the two-hour event, the basketball equipment brand enlisted NBA players Damian Lillard and DeMar DeRozan.

By Robert Williams • Nov. 6, 2019

Panera cooks up mobile-only AR ads that let viewers play with their food

The unit intends to bring more transparency to menu offerings by breaking down nutritional facts and ingredients.

By Peter Adams • Nov. 5, 2019

Toys 'R' Us Canada guides Snapchatters through maple leaf portal into virtual store

The toy retailer is integrating its holiday catalog with Snapchat's AR features to showcase gifts.

By Robert Williams • Nov. 5, 2019

Axe debuts gaming-themed campaign for 'League of Legends' showdown

"What's Your Move?" includes a 30-second spot of a talking can, AR dance cam and RFID scavenger hunt at the championship events in Madrid and Paris.

By Barry Levine • Nov. 5, 2019

Burger King boosts 'Call of Duty' Twitch event with Grubhub delivery

Inspired by the Burger Town restaurant that appears in the hit video game, the fast food chain is offering free delivery from Grubhub.

By Robert Williams • Nov. 5, 2019

Facebook rebranding unites family of apps amid antitrust scrutiny

A new logo and refreshed imagery comes as the social media behemoth faces growing calls to undo its acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp.

By Robert Williams • Nov. 5, 2019

TikTok helps brands join in by integrating third-party apps

Share to TikTok will help creators distribute content among the platform's 800 million users, including 500 million in China.

By Robert Williams • Nov. 4, 2019

Natural Light jabs rival with beer giveaway for Miller Lite 'unfollowers'

The trolling comes amid an acrimonious year of battling ad claims and follows Miller Lite's recent move to go dark on social media.

By Robert Williams • Nov. 4, 2019

Espolòn Tequila slings print magazine at pop-up newsstand

To celebrate Day of the Dead, the Campari America brand also ran a satirical obituary for "fake news" in The New York Times.

By Dianna Christe • Nov. 4, 2019

Alaska Airlines rides ocean-powered wave data for 'Swell Deals'

Data from sites that monitor wave conditions around the Hawaiian Islands by the minute will be used to determine the size of flight discounts.

By Dianna Christe • Nov. 4, 2019