Fast Food-Scented Candles

This KFC Candle Smells Like Fried Chicken

This KFC candle was offered as a prize from the company to consumers as part of a competition.

The social media promotion was offered by KFC New Zealand and involved a unique concept. The brand's Instagram followers were to suggest ideas for new KFC merchandise and the individual who chose the best one would be sent this KFC candle as a prize. After suggestions like "KFC-scented litter" and a "popcorn chicken hacky sack" – the winning suggestion was "KFC stamps." The winner was sent the novelty candle, which features an image of the Colonel himself and has a faint scent of fried chicken.

This unique promotional giveaway works as a great example for other brands about how to keep their consumers engaged in creative ways.

Branded Novelty Merchandise
Explore the opportunity to create unique and engaging merchandise that aligns with your brand's image and values.
Consumer-generated Promotion Ideas
Encourage consumers to suggest ideas for new products or promotions to foster a sense of engagement and creativity.
Scented Marketing
Consider using scent as a marketing tool to create a memorable and immersive brand experience.

Sectors Adopting This

Food and Beverage
Food and beverage companies can explore the creation of unique scented merchandise to increase brand visibility and engagement.
Social Media and Marketing
Social media and marketing agencies can leverage consumer-generated ideas to develop innovative promotional campaigns.
Home Goods and Decor
Home goods and decor companies can explore the creation of scented candles and other unique products to cater to consumers' desire for novelty and sensory experiences.
SCORE
5.3 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe, Asia
GENERATION
  • Gen Z (primary audience)
  • Gen Alpha (primary audience)
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 62%
Activity 90%
Freshness 8%