Once a brand has established a tangible relationship with consumers, there are endless ways to play on that connection in ways that still champion nostalgia for the brand, whether this comes in the form of customizable logos that can be shared or experiential activations.
For a previous Halloween season, KFC Australia memorably decorated the country's drive-thru menu signs so that the Colonel appeared as a zombie. Another favorite example is Coca-Cola's use of the classic swish in the brand's logo as inspiration for the shape of a free skateboarding ramp set up in Brazil. In both cases, the consumer recognizes the brand's emblem and experiences it in a fun, playful way, a connotation that will stay with them the next time they are selecting between fast food or soda options.
By playing on the trusted nature of the logo, a brand is capitalizing on the chance to create new experiences with the consumer that they will come to remember positively.
15 Emblematic Brand Experiences
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Retrospective Sneaker Installations
The Annual Nike Air Max Day Kicks Off with a Subway Exhibit
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Earthy Stadium Gifts
PAOK FC's Fan Merchandise Gifts a Piece of the Toumba Stadium
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Design Studio Brews
Megalo Beer is a Clever Promotional Item from Megalo Design
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Wrapping Paper Posters
Coca-Cola's Poster Ads Double as Free Wrapping Paper
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Vibrantly Striped Heritage Kicks
Jack Purcell Converse Shoes Get a Hudson's Bay Remix
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Whiskey Barrel Drum Machines
The Jack Daniels Drum is Made of a Former Whiskey Barrel
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Couples Only Vending Machines
Coke's Invisible Vending Machine Doesn't Reveal Itself for Singles
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Personalized Brand Logos
Airbnb Lets You Make a Customized Logo by Remixing Its New 'Belo'
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Yarn-Bombed Buses
7up's Art Bus Features a Knit Installation by Magda Sayeg
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Digitally Projected Football Fields
Nike Spain Brings a Digital Sports Field to the Streets
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Pop Star Collaboration Logos
The Adidas Originals Pharrell Williams Logo is Funky and Modern
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Virtual Portal Pranks
Pepsi's Time Tunnel Provides a Shocking Surprise in the City
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AIDS-Supporting Logos
Apple's World AIDS Day Campaign Involves Turning Their Iconic Symbol Red
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Undead Brand Logos
KFC's Creepy Colonel Halloween Logo Spooks Drive-Through Customers
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Branded Skateboard Ramps
This Installation Uses Coca-Cola's Iconic Swish as an Outdoor Ramp
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Customizable Away-From-Home Beverage Platforms
Pepsi Debuts House of Treats Activation in the UK
Nostalgia-Driven Cereal Promotions
Kellogg’s Toy Story 5 Cereal Boxes Reintroduce In-Pack Toys
Creative Retail Competitions
Bricks & Minifigs Launches LEGO Clock Design Contest
Custom QSR Fashion
The KFC Tailor Made Couture Turns Fried Chicken Texture into Wearable Design
Sharpened Brand Identities
Lacoste Rebrand Campaign Refocuses the Logo Through Sporty Storytelling
Nationwide Soda Campaigns
America250's Coca-Cola Mini Cans Campaign Spotlight All 50 States
Experiential Convenience Stores
FamilyMart Announced IP-Centered Store Experiences in Japan
Pristine Fast Food Campaigns
McDonald's All Flavour, No Mess Spotlights a Tidy Snack
Minimalist Pizza Chain Rebrandings
The Latest Domino's Brand Refresh is Expansive
Modern Fast-Casual Concepts
KFC Introduces Open House Prototype
Experiential fragrance
CPL Aromas Creates Interactive Scent Worlds for Emotional Engagement
Fashion-Inspired Food Marketing
Magnum Blends Beauty, Music and Luxury Culture into Its Brand
Humorous Fast-Food Campaigns
The KFC World Cup Campaign Parodies Lionel Messi's Iconic Photo
Halloween Essentials Campaigns
IKEA Turns Home Essentials into Shields for Scary-Movie Nights
Mobile Cafe Pop-Ups
Coach Introduced a Vibrant Coffee Truck in Gotemba, Japan
Ancient Egypt Soda Designs
The Pepsi Egypt Limited-Edition Can Celebrates Pharaonic Artistry
Themed Snack Collectibles
Kinder Joy Evolves its Treat-And-Toy Format with Themed Collections
Fashion-Branded Café Experiences
Vogue Blends Retail with Immersive Hospitality Spaces
Night QSR Campaigns
The Mcdonald’s Night Posters Turn Post-Party Cravings into Glowing Urban Art
Experiential K-Beauty Retail
Yepoda Opens an Immersive Flagship Store in Seoul
Gamified Condiment Experiences
HEINZ’s Ketchup Blast Turns Meals Interactive
Supermarket Tourism Campaigns
K-Supermarket's Tripadvisor Listings Share a Taste of Food Culture
Globalized Tournament Campaigns
Coca-Cola Debuts 'Uncanned Emotions' for the 2026 World Cup
Licensed Flavor Collaborations
Conagra Blends Celebrity and Brand Partnerships Into Snacks
Flagship Value Fashion
Primark expands affordable fashion with a major Manhattan flagship store
Festive Snack Packaging Designs
Kellanova Debuts Its Seasonal Assortment of Snacks
Entertainment-Powered Retail Experiences
AT&T Brings Toy Story 5 to Interactive Store Activations
Industrial-Inspired Brand Events
Reitmans Reimagined its Distribution Centre for a Curated Event
Beer Brand Nature Campaigns
Corona Launched Its Living Is Calling With a Tripadvisor Partnership
Experiential Brand Cafés
Nutella Reimagines Its Chicago Café with Digital Ordering and a New Menu
Experiential Fast Food Collaborations
Popeyes Turned Chicken Tenders Into a Music Venue Experience
Soccer Streetwear Collaborations
Carré and Coca-Cola Launched a Soccer Streetwear Collection
Luxury Festive Campaigns
Bloomingdale’s Unveils Its 2025 Holiday Campaign
Authentic Footwear Campaigns
Crocs' Wonderfully Unordinary Marks a New Chapter for the Brand
Experiential Brand Stores
New Era Creates Interactive Retail Space With Custom Cap Design
Typography Food Campaigns
Pumpui Unveils a Custom Typeface to Differentiate Korean-Style Products
Decluttered Ad Campaigns
IKEA Unpackaged Goods Organizes Branded Products into Storage Containers
Immersive Character Experiences
Sanrio Brings Kuromi to Life with an Interactive KCON Activation
Playable Brand Universes
adidas and Brawl Stars Connect Gaming, Apparel and Live Fan Experiences
Heritage Lifestyle Collections
Canadian Tire Releases Hudson’s Bay Stripes into a Summer Lineup
Superstitious Grocery Stunts
Tesco's Every Bit of Luck Helps Helped Fans Wish Their Team Well
Collaborative Heritage Sneakers
The Coca-Cola × Converse Capsule Nods to Americana Nostalgia
Cross-Brand Fashion Collaborations
Anti Social Social Club Partners with KFC, PUMA and Nissan
Eating Ritual Campaigns
Müller You Know How You Like It Celebrates Unique Snacking Methods
Self-Expression Festival Activations
Barbie Brings Customizable Persona-Building to Coachella
Gen Z Snacking Brands
Kfc Malaysia Launches KFC Treats for Young Consumers to Indulge
Mobile Beauty Pop-Ups
Henkel’s göt2b Debuts a Citywide Mobile Beauty Experience
Cheeky Anti-Food-Sharing Campaigns
KFC Promotes Its Bucket for One with a Special Campaign
Immersive Cartoon Theme Parks
Six Flags' Looney Tunes Land Brings Classic Characters to Life
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
Collectible Fandom Packaging
Spider-Man-Themed Takis Bags Turn Snacks into Fan Collectibles
Content-Driven Flagship Retail
GARAGE Builds an Immersive Flagship in New York's Flatiron District
Complimentary Customizable Drink Promotions
The SONIC Coca-Cola Your Way Promotion is Refreshing
Nostalgic Summer Snacks
Entenmann's Launches Childhood-Inspired Seasonal Treats
Heritage Grocery Packaging
Bob’s Red Mill Redesigned Its Packaging for Easier Shelf Navigation
Gamified Snack Packaging
Hershey’s Released Pokémon Chocolates with 151 Collectible Foil Designs
Destination-Branded Snacks
Chex Mix Promotes New Mexico's Route 66 with Limited-Edition Packaging
Burger Ad Campaigns
Burger King’s New Campaign Suggests Even Babies Can’t Resist the Whopper
Anniversary-Celebrating Brand Evolutions
Smoothie King Debuts 'The Best Kind of Delicious'
Hypermarket Sleepover Experiences
Carrefour's CarreNight Invites Customers to Stay the Night
Weekday Value Dining
KFC Expanded Its $10 Chicken Deals Into Daily Meal Offers
K-Pop Menu Collaborations
Bb.q Chicken Launches Felix-Selected Feel Crunch Chicken Across the U.S.
Creator-Led DIY Experiences
Lowe's Turns MrBeast Fandom Into Kids Workshops
Branded Packaging Solutions
Custom Packaging Enhances Product Presentation And Brand Identity
Heritage-Inspired QSR Ranges
The Chick-fil-A Newstalgia Lineup Pays Homage to the Brand's History
Chicken Wing Teasing Campaigns
This Pizza Hut Wings Campaign Pokes Fun at Competitors
Culture-Driven Product Launches
Church’s Texas Chicken launches Churchie Sauce with a local event
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
Mobile Retail Experiences
Duluth Trading Brings Apparel Shopping to Events with a Mobile Showroom
Photocopied Fast Food Campaigns
McDonald's Office Delivery Ads Scanned Popular Menu Items
Sunday-Focused QSR Value Deals
Sundays by KFC Bring Value and Indulgence to Consumers
Bubble Wrap Billboards
Tombola's Interactive Billboards Engage Passersby with a Sensory Activity
Sports Lifestyle Retail
Nordstrom Blends World Cup Fashion with Immersive Pop-Ups
Interactive Convention Activations
LEGO SMART Play Transforms Comic-Con into Immersive Experiences
Athletic Event-Timed Tech Campaigns
TCL Ran a Comprehensive Ad Campaign During the Olympics
Korean-Focused Multi-Sensory Brand Activations
House of CJ Hosted a Big Multi-Sensory Activation
Modern Deli Brand Identities
Schlotzsky's is Rebranding Itself as Schlotzsky's Deli
Cut-Out Easter Treat Disguises
Cadbury Created Print Ads That Hide Easter Eggs as Everyday Items
Wellness Dining Experiences
CRISP & GREEN Combines Fitness Events With Healthy Meals
Experiential Flavor Campaigns
McCormick Launches a Multi-Sensory Black Currant Dining Experience
Snack Bar-Promoting Experiential Campaigns
Einstein Energy Super Snack Bars Ran a Campaign at SXSW
Experiential Loyalty Programs
Lowe's and Live Nation Reward Members with Concert Perks
Interactive Traveling Marketing Initiatives
Heinz Pllayfully Spotlights the Heinz Ketchup Zero
Empowering Cosmetic Campaigns
The Revlon Be Unforgettable Campaign Reinterprets a Brand Tagline
Hometown Athlete Branding
Hershey’s Released Limited-Edition Chocolate Bars for Christian Pulisic
Designer Hotel Suites
Omni and Peter Millar Launch Branded Luxury Suites Experience
Condiment Portfolio Campaigns
Kraft Heinz Debuts Its United Tastes of America Campaign
Paper Food Packaging Campaigns
This Koehler Paper Campaign Showcases the Market Shift
Experiential Wine Campaigns
Avaline Partners with Proper Hotels for a Summer Music Series
Cultural Heritage Beauty Branding
KATE Blends Kabuki Artistry with Shadow-Enhancing Makeup
Franchise Destination Retail
Gundam Base Expands Immersive Hobby Stores Across the US
Branded App Takeovers
TikTok Introduces Logo Takeover Ads That Dominate the App’s Opening Screen
Fandom Retail Experiences
TOUS les JOURS Transforms Bakery Cafés into BTS Fan Destinations
Vintage Parrot Packaging Refreshes
Heraclis Reintroduced Its Historic Parrot Emblem
Sports Fandom Beauty
E.l.f. Creates Immersive Beauty Experiences Around Global Soccer
Community-Centered Bakery Cafés
Paris Baguette expands through neighborhood café experiences
Destination-Branded Transportation
Themed Taxis Promote Scottish Travel During Major Soccer Events
Archival Packaging Revivals
Chick-Fil-A Newstalgia Marks an 80th Anniversary Rollout
Self-Expression Retail Campaigns
Tillys Marked Ten Months of Its Discover Your Style Campaign
Signature Food Giveaways
Craveworthy Brands' Bet on the Bite Shares Free, Fan-Fave Menu Items
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
Franchise Commerce Marketing
poppi Connects Retail Products with Love Island Experiences
Halloween-Themed Qsr Menus
Burger King Reveals a Monster Menu with Vampire Nuggets and Mummy Fries
Participatory Brand Platforms
Crown Royal Builds a Community-Driven Cultural Platform
Quirky Edible Mascots
The Pop-Tarts Brand Introduces Team Sprinkles and Team Swirls
Arena Beauty Activations
L'Oréal Brings Immersive Beauty Experiences to Europe's Largest Arena
Seasonal Value Campaigns
Huey Magoo's Combines Value Meals with Collectible Cups
Question-Driven Brand Revisions
NPR Turns its Logo Into Question Words
Kid-Designed Retail Bags
East of England Co-op sells bags supporting local communities
Nostalgia-Powered Retail
Zellers Revives a Canadian Favorite With New Ontario Stores
QSR Color-Shift Cups
Mcdonald’s Launches Limited-Edition Color-Changing Cold Cups
Texture-Focused Wardrobe Treatments
KFC Brazil Introduced The KFC Wardrobe Fabric Coating
Shoppable Mascot Homes
Pillsbury's Mascot is Inviting Fans into His Modern Doughhouse Revival
Phygital Loyalty Experiences
Lush Links App Rewards to In-Store Events and Services
In-Store Retail Media Networks
Raley's Expands Shopper Advertising Through Grocery TV
Experiential Trade Shows
Wines Experience Reinvents Industry Networking in London
Local Restaurant Activations
Pepsi Hosts Community Events to Drive Restaurant Discovery
Kebab-Inspired Restaurant Totems
KFC Calls Attention to Its New Döner Menu via its Totems
Event-Centric Camping Experiences
Huttopia Hosts World Cup Viewing and Activities at Its Campsites
Confidence-Driven Value Branding
Supercuts Launches "Confidence Without Compromise" Nationwide
Entertainment-Driven Direct Mail
Valpak and Hallmark Turn Mailers into Movie Experiences
Promotional Baking Papers
Kitchen Warehouse Created Heat-Activated "Bake Friday Deals"
Halloween Season Candy Campaigns
World Business Chicago is Promoting Chicago-Based Candy
QSR Brand Identity Strategies
Bob's Your Uncle Overhauled Popeyes Canada's Brand Identity
Logo-Based Health Campaigns
NHS Blood and Transplant Launches Logo Campaign for Blood Donations
Experiential Brand Roles
Lagunitas Recruits a Beer Roadie for the Iron Maiden Tour
Brandless Packaging Campaigns
McDonald’s Tested a Name-Free 'Famous Order' Promotion
Board Game-Themed Food Promotions
Premier Foods and Hasbro Partnered for an On-Pack 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
Regional Authenticity Dining
Marco’s Pizza Introduced a New York–Style Pizza Experience
Cardholder Access Experiences
Visa Unlocks Early Access and VIP Perks at Top of the Rock
Retail Conversation Marketing Campaigns
Tesco Launches 'Need Anything From Tesco' Platform
Franchise Expansion Attractions
Miral and Warner Bros. World Add New DC-Themed Ride Experiences