This round-up of 2020 political trends showcases how brands have navigated the political landscape in wake of a turbulent year. In response to the uneasy political landscape, many brands launched products and services to alleviate stress ahead of election day. These solutions range from an escapist hotel stay to a relaxing political coloring book to reduce "political fatigue."
Moreover, to support the voting process, various brands opted to convert select physical locations into voter registration hubs, making the act of partaking in the presidential election easier for consumers. In addition, brands also launch ride promotions and education distribution to increase voting accessibility. This comes as many consumers emphasize ethics and sustainability and expect that the brands they frequent also take the same stance.
For more political innovations in the year ahead, check out Trend Hunter’s 2021 Trend Report.
Top 50 Political Trends in 2020
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Under-Rock Hotel Promotions
Those Looking to Avoid the Election Can Book Hotels.com's Cave Room
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Mail-In Ballot Halloween Costumes
Yandy Debuts the Hilarious and Timely Mail-In Ballot Costume
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Artful Voting T-Shirts
H&M is Celebrating National Voter Registration Day with a Special Collab
49
Political Press Conference Merchandise
Four Seasons Total Landscaping Launched a Line of Apparel
48
Election Night Survival Kits
BABE Wine Launched the Election Night Survival Kit
47
Satirical Political Fashion Ads
The New Balenciaga Editorial for SS20 is a Political Critique
46
Charitable Limited Edition Prints
Takashi Murakami's Prints are Expected to Hit $1 Million for BLM
45
Political Coloring Books
This Coloring Book Depicts Almost All Democratic Presidential Candidates
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TV-Based Video Chat Platforms
Facebook's Portal TV Enables Users to Chat, Co-Watch & More
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Adult Content Election Campaigns
Pornhub and Just for Fun Joined to Encourage Voter Turnout
42
Political Troll Toys
Wild Hair Creations' Party Animals Take the Shape of Iconic USA Symbols
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Voter-Encouraging Shoe Shops
Foot Locker & Rock the Vote are Creating Voter Registration Sites
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Beauty-Focused Voting Campaigns
Alleyoop is Sharing Free Product with Those Who Pledge to Vote
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Virtual Political Islands
Biden Island Shares Yard Signs & More in Animal Crossing: New Horizons
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Politically Inspired Makeup Sponges
BIDEN Beauty's BIDEN Beat is a Dual-Sided Makeup Sponge
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Political Ad Libraries
Snapchat's New Feature Seeks to Make Political Information Readily Public
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In-Game Voting Campaigns
'Animal Crossing' Players Can Now Display Democratic Voting Signs
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Election Anxiety Sheet Ads
SOVA's New Print Ad Tells Consumers to "Prepare for Sleepless Nights"
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Voter-Inspiring Toothpastes
The Empowermint Fluoride Free Toothpaste Supports Rock the Vote
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Voter-Targeted Game Streams
AOC Played 'Among Us' on Twitch to Connect with Young Voters
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Personalized Election Day Pizzas
Pieology is Rewarding US Voters with Its 'You Vote/You Pie' Offer
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In-Store Voter Registrations
Steve Madden Joins Voto Latino for a 2020 Voter Registration Campaign
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Voter-Encouraging Accessories
Kitsch's Newest Rhinestone Bobby Pin Spells Out "VOTE"
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Voter-Encouraging Yogurt Packaging
Forager Project is Reminding Americans to Vote on November 3rd
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Ethical Voting-Encouraging Necklaces
The Sparklane Vote Chains Encourage Voting
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Clothing Store Voter Registration
KITH's is Transforming Flagship Stores into Registration Hubs
26
Voter-Encouraging Lipsticks
The Lip Bar's Bawse Voter Shade Encourages Voter Registration
25
Political News Campaigns
The Economist Launched 'Word Play' to Spotlight US 2020 Election Coverage
24
Authentic COVID-Specific Content Series
PandemicTalks is Launched to Fight COVID-19 Misconceptions
23
Non-Profit Voter-Feeding Initiatives
Feed the Polls is Giving Free Meals to Voters on Election Day
22
Election-Inspired Vodka Spirits
'Election Flavored Vodka' is a Limited, American-Made Spirit
21
Exclusive Voter Highlighters
Rituel de Fille's Exclusive Makeup is Unlocked By Registering to Vote
20
Climate Change-Focused Election Campaigns
The #VoteLikeAMadre Campaign is Targeted Towards Moms
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Verified Pandemic Information
Soufan Center and Truepic Spotlight COVID-Impacted Conflict Zones
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Efficient eGovernment Solutions
Nasdaq Envisions How an eGovernment Can Ensure Citizen Security
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Curbside Voter Registration Hubs
Nordstrom Commits to Encouraging Voter Education & Participation
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Teen-Powered Political Video Content
BuzzFeed News is Employing Teen Ambassadors for the Election
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In-App Voting Games
Houseparty Joined Forces with When We All Vote to Encourage Voting in November
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Climate-Centric Ice Cream Campaigns
This Ben & Jerry's Climate Justice Ad Raises Eco Awareness
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STEM-Supporting Frozen Desserts
Brave Robot's Vote for the Future Pack Supports Education
12
Free Election Day Rides
Starbucks Employees Will Be Able to Access Free Lyft Rides on Election Day
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Election-Focused Forum Ads
Reddit Launched a Campaign to Encourage Voter Turnout
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Immersive City Museums
The Museum of the Hidden City Invites You to Explore San Francisco
9
Misinformation-Countering Tools
Twitter Announced a Social Media Reporting Tool for the Election
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Misinformation-Deterring Social Media Updates
Twitter is Flagging Retweets with False Information
7
Pay-Per-View Concert Series
LiveXLive is Hosting Concerts for National Hispanic Heritage Month
6
Political Jewelry Brand Campaigns
Tiffany & Co's 'We Stand With Australia' Ad Shows Solidarity
5
Congresswoman-Led Beauty Tutorials
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Shared Her Beauty Secrets with Vogue
4
Interactive Voting Videos
YouTube's YouChoose 2020 Shares a Guide to Voting in the Election
3
Election Victory Disputing Policies
YouTube Will Remove Videos Disputing Joe Biden's Victory
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Stress-Alleviating Political Donation Platforms
A New Platform Helps Make Last Minute Donations
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School Voter Registration Contests
MTV & When We All Vote's 2020 Prom Challenge is Encouraging
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Virtual Fashion Contests
Bratz and ZEPETO Launch a Four-Week Avatar Styling Challenge
Gen Z Storytelling Campaigns
Coach is Running the 'Explore Your Story' Campaign for Spring 2026
Creative Retail Competitions
Bricks & Minifigs Launches LEGO Clock Design Contest
Wellness Brand Experiences
Pilates and Influencer Events Are Shaping Lifestyle Marketing in Peru
Nationwide Soda Campaigns
America250's Coca-Cola Mini Cans Campaign Spotlight All 50 States
Cross-Network Playoff Promotions
NHL and Multiple Broadcasters Launch a Playoff Marketing Campaign
Data-Driven Sports Culture Ads
Air Transat's OOH Campaign Compares and Contrasts Ticket Prices
Branded Power Banks
Reale Actives Created a Wireless Battery Pack for Recharging on the Go
Cinematic Holiday Collection Campaigns
The Tod’s Holiday 2025 Collection Taps the Orient Express
Fashion-Inspired Food Marketing
Magnum Blends Beauty, Music and Luxury Culture into Its Brand
Themed Snack Collectibles
Kinder Joy Evolves its Treat-And-Toy Format with Themed Collections
Immersive K-Beauty Pop-Ups
TIRTIR Brings Jeju Matcha Skincare to NYC with a Sensory Experience
Fashion-Branded Café Experiences
Vogue Blends Retail with Immersive Hospitality Spaces
Globalized Tournament Campaigns
Coca-Cola Debuts 'Uncanned Emotions' for the 2026 World Cup
Limited-Edition Chocolate Launches
Hershey’s Debuts Winter Games Tie-In On TikTok Shop
Cinematic Campaign Posters
Nike 2026 World Cup posters frame national teams through film-styles
Rewards-Based Beauty Devices
Sephora Expanded its Rewards Catalog With High Tech Skincare Tools
Football-Themed Hiring Campaigns
The NFL Links Draft Culture to Inclusive Hiring Practices
Comprehensive Easter-Inspired Collaborations
Peeps' 2026 Spring Collaboration Lineup is Impressive
Beer Brand Nature Campaigns
Corona Launched Its Living Is Calling With a Tripadvisor Partnership
Home-Centric Beauty Campaigns
Sally Beauty Debuts the Holiday Beauty at Home Campaign
Experiential Brand Stores
New Era Creates Interactive Retail Space With Custom Cap Design
Event-Ready Travel Kits
UGREEN Bundles Tracking and Charging Tools for Sports Fans
Music Competition Cafes
Hard Rock and Coca-Cola launch a global artist competition
Soccer-Themed Snack Branding
These Mondelēz Products Get Fans Ready for the World Cup 2026
Playable Brand Universes
adidas and Brawl Stars Connect Gaming, Apparel and Live Fan Experiences
World Cup Payment Campaigns
Visa Launched Its Tap In FIFA World Cup 2026 Campaign
brand-focused social media shopping
TikTok Shop & Free Soul Launch the First 2026 Super Brand Day
Padel Fashion Partnerships
Psycho Bunny Becomes the Official Apparel Partner of USA Padel
Humorous Opinionated Platform Spots
Reddit Introduced its 'People are the Best' Campaign
Gaming Lifestyle Collections
Toca Boca and MINISO Blend Retail with Digital Rewards
Self-Expression Festival Activations
Barbie Brings Customizable Persona-Building to Coachella
Soccer Snack Collaborations
Mondelēz Partners with Athletes to Launch Limited-Edition Snacks
Emotion-Led Household Brand Campaigns
Royale’s ‘There for All’ Campaign Emphasizes Daily Moments
Comprehensive Fast Food Reports
Yum! Brands, Inc. Explores Food Trends Influencing the Industry
Gamified Sports Rewards
Mountain Dew Links MLB Home Runs to Real-Time Free Drink Rewards
Extra-Vibrant Soda Packs
Poppi's VIBES Party Pack Gives Favorite Flavors a Limited-Edition Look
Soccer-Inspired Auto Campaigns
Valvoline Global Debuts the The Original Motor Oil. For the Driven
Nostalgic Summer Snacks
Entenmann's Launches Childhood-Inspired Seasonal Treats
Football-Focused Brand Platforms
Pepsi Football Nation Seeks to Unify the Brand's Partnerships
Corporate Travel Trends
Navan Reported Its Corporate Booking Data for FIFA World Cup Host Cities
Voter Engagement Ice Creams
Ben & Jerry's Razz Up! Promotes the 2026 US Midterm Elections
Pop-Up Sports Hospitality
Toronto’s FIFA Fan Festival Turns Urban Spaces into Immersive Fan Hubs
Comprehensive Back-To-School Campaigns
iScooter Launched a 45-Day Back-To-School Campaign
Coordinated Convenience-Focused Promotional Campaigns
7-Eleven Runs Promotions for Two Events
World Cup Hospitality Experiences
Stella Artois Turns Bars into Immersive FIFA Viewing Locations
Experiential Grocery Campaigns
No Name launches a multi-city grocery goss campaign
Polo Shirt Marketing Campaigns
U.s. Polo Assn. Launches a Global Campaign Highlighting Its Origins
Play-Based Family Campaigns
Pirate's Booty Encourages Screen-Free Family Adventures
Social-First Retail Commerce
Shoezone expands TikTok Shop through creator-led shopping
Sports-Themed Beer Campaigns
This BrewDog Promotion Offers the Chance at a Year of Free Beer
Gamer-Themed Soda Branding
Fanta and Xbox Partnered for Limited-Edition Pack Designs
back-to-school retail campaigns
Target rolls out its back-to-school & back-to-college campaigns
Ice Shortage-Tackling Brand Campaigns
VEVOR Debuts the Free Ice for Game Nights Activation
Interactive Artisan Coffee Campaigns
The Illy Summer Campaign Will Immerse Consumers
Activity Gear Billboards
Ocean Spray's Reclaim Happy Hour Activation Got Australians Up & Moving
Athletic Event-Timed Tech Campaigns
TCL Ran a Comprehensive Ad Campaign During the Olympics
Empowering Soccer-Themed Cultural Campaigns
LOTTO Launches the Legends Begin with LOTTO Campaign
Retailer-Branded Holiday Apparel
7-Eleven's New Seasonal Merchandise is Themed Around Christmas
Streaming Moments Surge
Spotify’s Wrapped 2025 Engages Users with Personalized Year-in-Review
Reimagined Creative Campaigns
Marc Jacobs Dropped its '26 Summer Campaign and New Visual Identity
Performance Tire Brand Campaigns
Goodyear Launched Its Fast Is In Us Global Eagle Tire Campaign
Drop-Culture Sport Campaigns
Easton and Dick's Launched Its Limited Edition Equipment Drop
Playful Hide-And-Seek Holiday Campaigns
Chaumet's Holiday 2025 Campaign Film is Whimsical
Hometown Athlete Branding
Hershey’s Released Limited-Edition Chocolate Bars for Christian Pulisic
Tasty Easter Activation Campaigns
The Mars Wrigley The Big Easter Bunny Off is Ready for Spring
Customized Restaurant Campaign Platforms
OpenTable Has Launched OpenTable Media
Sports-Inspired Beverage Collaborations
Kung Fu Tea and Red Bull Launch Soccer-Themed Bubble Tea
Emotional Delivery Campaigns
Shipt’s 'No Order Is Ordinary' Campaign Emphasizes Connection
Cultural Heritage Beauty Branding
KATE Blends Kabuki Artistry with Shadow-Enhancing Makeup
Anti-Screen Summer Social Events
Eventbrite Presents 'The Offline Summer' Initiative
Condiment Portfolio Campaigns
Kraft Heinz Debuts Its United Tastes of America Campaign
Paper Food Packaging Campaigns
This Koehler Paper Campaign Showcases the Market Shift
Boldly Inclusive Hair Campaigns
Splat Hair Color Announces That Every Shade Tells a Story
Athlete-Branded Outdoor Appliances
Ninja Launched a New Campaign For Upgraded Backyard Cooking
Branded App Takeovers
TikTok Introduces Logo Takeover Ads That Dominate the App’s Opening Screen
Soccer-Themed Entertainment Events
Sky Zone Turns Global Soccer Excitement into Active Play
Post-Game Breakfast Campaigns
McDonald's Flipped Its Ads Sideways for Super Bowl Recovery
Sports Fandom Beauty
E.l.f. Creates Immersive Beauty Experiences Around Global Soccer
Empowering Soccer-Inspired Beverage Campaigns
Electrolit Debuts Made for This Campaign
Transformational Fashion Campaigns
PARCO Summer 2026 Campaign Explores Identity Through Movement
Fandom Retail Experiences
TOUS les JOURS Transforms Bakery Cafés into BTS Fan Destinations
Gamified Destination Tourism
Connecticut Launches Rewards Platform for Local Exploration
Pet Food Campaigns
Open Farm Launched Its Pets Are Perfect. So, We Must Be Too Campaign
Destination-Branded Transportation
Themed Taxis Promote Scottish Travel During Major Soccer Events
Balancing New Year Campaigns
Recess' You Don’t Need A New You Challenges Tired January Marketing
Influencer-Backed Ice Cream Campaigns
Tillamook and Tefi Pessoa Debuted The Real Scoop Newsstand
Signature Food Giveaways
Craveworthy Brands' Bet on the Bite Shares Free, Fan-Fave Menu Items
Self-Expression Retail Campaigns
Tillys Marked Ten Months of Its Discover Your Style Campaign
Summer-Related Flexible Payment Surveys
Synchrony Showcases Its Survey Findings
Gamified Discount Events
Build-A-Bear Uses Mystery Offers to Drive Engagement
Donation-Based Menu Deals
Domino’s Turns Pizza Purchases into Donations for Kids with Illnesses
Social-First Hosting Campaigns
Out Host with Hisense Responds to the Rise of Home Viewing Parties
Franchise Commerce Marketing
poppi Connects Retail Products with Love Island Experiences
Social Engagement Platforms
Sociable AI Predicts Viral Posts And Generates Brand Aligned Comments
Arena Beauty Activations
L'Oréal Brings Immersive Beauty Experiences to Europe's Largest Arena
Tax-Focused Marketing Campaigns
Intuit Debuts the Second Iteration of 'Now This is Taxes'
Participatory Brand Platforms
Crown Royal Builds a Community-Driven Cultural Platform
Experiential Wine Campaigns
Avaline Partners with Proper Hotels for a Summer Music Series
Social Media-Inspired Salad Campaigns
The Florette #SaladTok Campaign Marks the Summer of Salads
Attention Economy Agencies
VaynerX Launches Tamara Group to Drive Social-First Brand Relevance
Whimsical Desk Rituals
Starbucks Created a Small, Celebratory Post-CNY Activation
Embedded Safety Networks
‘Ask for Angela’ Builds Retail-Based Support Systems Across Toronto
City-Focused Influencer Platforms
Storytime Launches Storytime Marketplace in Cities
Social-to-Outdoor Campaigns
Tribesigns Extends TikTok's Super Wish Campaign to Times Square
Ramadan-Focused Tech Campaigns
Hisense Delivers 'Innovation That Brings Us Together This Ramadan'
Seasonal Value Campaigns
Huey Magoo's Combines Value Meals with Collectible Cups
Physical-World Data Marketing
WPP Uses Google Earth AI to Predict Real-World Consumer Behavior
Christmasy Customer-Rewarding Retailer Campaigns
The One Stop 2025 Christmas Campaign Gives Back
AI Beauty Marketing Platforms
Coty Uses Pencil to Scale AI-Generated Campaigns
Charitable Influencer-Targeting Campaigns
Puresport Runs the 'Thrift It Back' Campaign
Interactive Streaming Ads
Spotify Turns Listening into Engagement with Carousel Ads
Question-Driven Brand Revisions
NPR Turns its Logo Into Question Words
Seasonal Reservation Street Installations
Uber UK Launches 'Reserve' by Mother
Cost-Effective Confectionery Items
World of Sweets Highlights Key Easter Trends Amid Rising Costs
Branded Social Impact Initiatives
Youth To The People Unveils the Community To The People Program
Omnichannel Seasonal Support Campaigns
Bestway Wholesale Launches 'Buzz About the Sweetest Deals'
In-Store Retail Media Networks
Raley's Expands Shopper Advertising Through Grocery TV
Community-Driven Loyalty Programs
Salad House Turned Guest Spending Into Local Donations
AI-Powered Native Video Ads
TripleLift Powers GUESS FRAGRANCES Big Game Campaign
Local Restaurant Activations
Pepsi Hosts Community Events to Drive Restaurant Discovery
Patriotic Beverage Releases
REIGN Celebrates America's 250th with a Limited-Edition Drink
Neighborhood Storytelling Campaigns
Vitaminwater Expands Neighborhue with Community Mural Stories
Elevated Casual Fashion
RetailMeNot Spotlights Capri Pants as a Versatile Summer Staple
Event-Centric Camping Experiences
Huttopia Hosts World Cup Viewing and Activities at Its Campsites
Data-Led Brand Creation
AS Watson Builds Brands Using Shopper Insights and Loyalty Data
Entertainment-Driven Direct Mail
Valpak and Hallmark Turn Mailers into Movie Experiences
Policy Research Hubs
Think Tank Alert Tracks Research Publications And Global Rankings
Music Festival Refreshment Campaigns
This Lipton Summer Campaign Offers VIP Festival Experiences
Valentine's Day Dining Research
OpenTable Compiles Data on Valentine's Day Dining Trends
Points-Powered Sports Travel
point.me Helps Fans Use Rewards for World Cup Travel and Tickets
Brandless Packaging Campaigns
McDonald’s Tested a Name-Free 'Famous Order' Promotion
Purpose-Led Emerging Brands Initiatives
7-Eleven Taps 27 Brands for Its 2026 Brands with Heart™
Community Fashion Events
Free People Hosts a Charitable Summer Gathering with Film and Activities
Prediction Market Integrations
Polymarket and Parti.com Embedded Live Trading Into Livestreams
Media Intelligence Tools
Media Watcher Tracks Global News And Social Buzz In Real Time
Purpose-Driven Brand Contests
Publicity for Good is Supporting Goodness with Its Contest
Retail Conversation Marketing Campaigns
Tesco Launches 'Need Anything From Tesco' Platform
Creative Protest Archives
Pocket Protests Showcases Global Creative Resistance Against Fascism
International Traveler-Focused Campaigns
Brand USA Launches Two Complementary Campaigns