Shoppers in Hong Kong got a fun and interactive experience with the Levi's brand this summer through Levi's Summer Hotline telephone booths. The denim brand, working with creative agency TBWA, placed bright red telephone booths in malls and shopping areas around Hong Kong that offered prizes to users who answered questions and performed stunts.
Targeted to Hong Kong's youths, the booths were connected, via video, to two popular local radio hosts, who instructed users to answer questions and do stunts -- for example, kiss the other person -- in return for prizes. After the users completed their respective stunts, they received a print-out voucher from the booth that could be redeemed for Levi's products at nearby stores. According to PSFK, the Levi's Summer Hotline increased Levi's sales by 30 percent and it had more than 500,000 people enter the booths over a span of three days.
Rewarding Phone Booth Challenges
Levi's Summer Hotline Telephone Booths Hand Out Prizes for Stunts
Trend Themes
1. Interactive Brand Experiences - Creating interactive experiences with consumers through activities and challenges, such as answering questions and performing stunts, can enhance brand engagement and drive sales.
2. Augmented Reality in Retail - Incorporating technologies like video and interactive features, such as the video connection to popular radio hosts, can transform traditional retail experiences and attract younger consumers.
3. Gamification in Marketing - Utilizing game-like elements, such as offering prizes for completing challenges, can make marketing campaigns more engaging and incentivize participation.
Industry Implications
1. Retail - Retailers can adopt the use of interactive experiences and augmented reality technology to create memorable shopping experiences that drive customer loyalty.
2. Advertising and Marketing - The incorporation of gamification in marketing strategies can capture consumers' attention and increase brand awareness and sales.
3. Apparel and Fashion - Fashion brands like Levi's can leverage interactive brand experiences to attract and engage younger consumers, ultimately boosting sales and brand loyalty.