Life in “Real Life”

Today's description for the non-virtual world

Implications - Our society has become so adapted to the web, digital media, and virtual worlds, that the term “Real Life” now has to be used to differentiate. Some advertisers are putting a humorous spin on it by introducing computer elements, such as mouse cursors, into real life ads as a way of getting attention.

Trend Themes

  1. Virtual and Real World Integration — Incorporating virtual elements into real life experiences provides a unique way to engage consumers, with opportunities for new forms of interactivity and engagement.
  2. Offline Engagement — While online marketing is essential, brands need to remember the importance of in-store promotions and other real-life experiences to drive sales and brand awareness.
  3. Online-to-offline Commerce — Creating ways for consumers to connect online and engage in real-life experiences, such as meetups or events, can bridge the gap between e-commerce and brick-and-mortar stores.

Industry Implications

  1. Marketing and Advertising — By incorporating virtual elements into real-life ads and creating offline marketing campaigns, businesses can create unique and engaging campaigns to reach consumers.
  2. E-commerce — Online-to-offline commerce and creating real-life brand experiences can help bridge the gap between e-commerce and brick-and-mortar stores.
  3. Tourism and Hospitality — Real-life experiences, such as photowalking tours and delivery truck campaigns, can create unique and memorable experiences for tourists and locals alike.
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45,667 Total Clicks
Date Range:
Mar 07 — Aug 08
Trending:
Warm
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Featured Examples

Cybersex Leads To Real Life Lawsuit
Cybersex Leads To Real Life Lawsuit
Second Life Hack Causes Controversy
Let’s start at the beginning: It seems Second Life avatars begin life with no 'nads, and if you want your online-self to be packing heat, you have to pay real dollars to some cartoon plastic surgeon… MORE
play_circle_filledReal Life Drag & Drop
Real Life Drag & Drop
Hilarious Samsung F480 Ads
I am totally digging this Samsung world. From preventing helicopter collisions with skyscrapers to replacing your grumpy girlfriend with a team of three very cheerful cheerleaders, I would love to try… MORE
Real Life Ads Most Effective
Real Life Ads Most Effective
Old Medium Rediscovered
Although marketing on the web has been a tremendous success for many companies, too many businesses have overlooked the advertising medium right in front of them, focusing only on promoting themselves… MORE
Real Life Movie Tie-Ins
Real Life Movie Tie-Ins
7/11 Stores Refitted as Kwik-E-Marts
Coming soon: REAL Kwik-E-Marts! Yup, that's right. 7-11 is planning to "refit 11 stores across the U.S. to resemble the front of the Kwik-E-Mart, the convenience store that Homer and other characters… MORE
Delivery Trucks With Giant Cursors
Delivery Trucks With Giant Cursors
Clever Offline Campaign
Companies want people to go online as it is cheaper and faster for them. DHL was just one of these companies and commissioned Ogilvy to create a campaign to support their online 24/7 tracking system. Their… MORE
Real Life Meetups For Photo Sharing Sites
Real Life Meetups For Photo Sharing Sites
Photowalking
Photowalking tours are real-life activities that brings together members from photo sharing communities like Facebook Flickr. They schedule meet-ups for group adventures, each person bringing their own… MORE
Catch A Virtual Fish and Eat It In Real Life
Catch A Virtual Fish and Eat It In Real Life
Ippo Zuri
A cellphone game has been developed in western Japan where the players get to, literally, eat the fish they catch. The game is called Ippo Zuri (pole-and-line fishing in Japanese) and the way it works… MORE
From E-Tail To Real Life Boutique
From E-Tail To Real Life Boutique
As Seen On Screen
As Seen On Screen (ASOS) used to be an online retailer where you could purchase a range of items from homeware to clothes you've spotted on TV or film. It's interesting to see the e-retailer evolve into… MORE