Hellmann's and Arielle Vandenberg Promote Garlic Aioli
Hellmann's, a brand best known for its mayonnaise and condiment products, staged a marketing stunt at fashion's biggest night by enlisting actress and comedian Arielle Vandenberg to arrive as an uninvited guest wearing a couture gown inspired by the company's Garlic Aioli flavor. The venture directly challenges the event's well-known ban on garlic in its menus.
Arielle Vandenberg's sculptural ensemble, which was designed by House of Hellmann's, featured layered clove-like bulbs that mimicked the shape of garlic and a sparkling choker necklace reminiscent of the brand's signature bow. In essence, the stunt protested the exclusion of bold flavors from a high-profile, picture-perfect affair.
The Hellmann's x Arielle Vandenberg collaboration seeks to promote the brand's Flavors lineup, which includes Garlic Aioli, Spicy Mayo, Chipotle Mayo, and Dijo-Mayo.
Image Credit: Hellmann's
Arielle Vandenberg's sculptural ensemble, which was designed by House of Hellmann's, featured layered clove-like bulbs that mimicked the shape of garlic and a sparkling choker necklace reminiscent of the brand's signature bow. In essence, the stunt protested the exclusion of bold flavors from a high-profile, picture-perfect affair.
The Hellmann's x Arielle Vandenberg collaboration seeks to promote the brand's Flavors lineup, which includes Garlic Aioli, Spicy Mayo, Chipotle Mayo, and Dijo-Mayo.
Image Credit: Hellmann's
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