Product Shockvertising

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Bolt Detergent

— March 31, 2008 — Unique
Your initial reaction may be shock when you see this ad, but take a closer look. It's a print campaign for Bolt Detergent and definitely made me do a double take.

The best part is the tag line, "It smells this irresistible."

It's an attention grabber, for sure, and isn't that what clever ads are about?

Advertising Agency: Leo Burnett Canada
Creative Directors: Judy John, Israel Diaz, Heather Chambers, Licia Martella
Art Directors: Israel Diaz, Anthony Chelvanathan
Copywriters: Judy John, Steve Persico
Photographer: Todd McLellan
Designers: Caio Oyafuso, Israel Diaz
Published: March 2008

Implications - The use of quirky humor in advertising not only captures attention, but creates positive brand recognition by communicating a messaged of lightheartedness and free thought.

Trend Themes

  1. Quirky Humor in Advertising — Opportunity to create attention-grabbing ads that promote positive brand recognition through lightheartedness and free thought.
  2. Shockvertising — Potential for advertisements that elicit initial shock reactions to captivate audiences and encourage further engagement.
  3. Creative Print Campaigns — Chance to develop unique and visually striking print ads that make viewers do a double take.

Industry Implications

  1. Advertising — Opportunity for advertising agencies to leverage the use of quirky humor and shockvertising techniques in their campaigns.
  2. Detergent — Potential for detergent companies to create disruptive print campaigns that stand out from traditional advertisements and attract consumer attention.
  3. Photography — Chance for photographers to collaborate with advertising agencies to create visually impactful and attention-grabbing print campaigns.
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