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# Dynamic Hand Tattoo Ads
Yeling's Ads for Safety Gloves Show the Kinds of Strength They Lend

By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2014-06-08 | Marketing
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/safety-gloves
References: [coloribus](http://www.coloribus.com/adsarchive/prints/yeling-safety-gloves-supergirl-19361305/resizes/1024/)

Safety gloves are one of those products that are absolutely essential to certain tasks, but not one of the most exciting products to advertise. However, if there was ever a fun and dynamic ad for a pair of safety gloves, this is it.

The ad for Yeling gloves was created by Brazil's Filadelfia agency and there isn't actually a glove in sight. Instead, the multi-part print ad series dresses up hands with wrist tattoos that communicate that the ordinary hands have suddenly been given formidable powers. These hands suddenly have the might of either a kung fu master, a superhero or a wrestler, which is an unusual, albeit funny and memorable way to talk up hand protection.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 6.8/10
- Popularity: 99% | Activity: 97% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Interactive Print Ads:** Using augmented reality and other technologies in print ads to create dynamic and engaging experiences for consumers, while promoting products and services.
- **Alternative Advertising Methods:** Exploring alternative methods, such as body art and tattoos, to advertise products in a unique and memorable way, standing out from the traditional forms of advertising.
- **Humorous Advertising:** Using humor in advertising to create an emotional connection with consumers, making the product more memorable, and possibly increasing brand loyalty.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Safety Equipment Industry:** Innovating new and creative ways to advertise safety products, such as gloves, that are necessary but may lack excitement or engaging advertising opportunities.
- **Marketing and Advertising Industry:** Examining new and alternative advertising methods that attract and retain customers in unique ways, incorporating humor or other engaging experiences in brand promotion.
- **Creative Services Industry:** Developing creative and out-of-the-box advertising campaigns that help brands stand out and create a lasting impression on consumers.

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