Lookin’ fresh & easy

7-Elevens and Press­byråns in Swe­den hope that with new packaging, they will be able to enhance the brand Reitan’s fast food range. Packaging is first rate, but if you are in a hurry, it can be difficult to see what is hid­den in the package and tricky to find what you are look­ing for. While we appreciate the simpler design, does beg some questions. Is the food fresh? Is it healthy? Designed by BVD in Stockholm. Think we’ll pack our own lunch…

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Happy anniversary to us

Herman Miller | “108 Years of Herman Miller in 108 Seconds” New video to mark both the 108th anniversary and new website launch of the renowned furniture company. Clever, charming piece that delivers the extraordinary hit parade of this American design powerhouse. Agency, Part of a Bigger Plan, Amsterdam. In true classic form, simply perfect…

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Just duckie

@work | DUCKIE BROWN (website design & development)… Designed and developed website for designer menswear line. Streamline site showcases latest collection and press photography. Develop new homepage approach and animation for each season.

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Stay cool… if only we all could look this good while trying to beat the summer heat… tgif

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Fashion & social media

Popular fashion blog, Fashionista, offers a quick take on recent survey (Dachis Group) which looks at key brands on social media today. Data included highlights latest metrics on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Interesting to see the differences in number of users as well as creative deployed on the site themselves. A very big deal for these leading marketers…

 

Highlights include:

 

1. Burberry
twitter: 1,966,993 followers
facebook: 15,480,163 likes
instagram: 872,635 followers

 

The technically innovative Burberry makes sure their content is pitch perfect for each platform. On Instagram, you’ll find lots of product shots, video on YouTube and Facebook.

 

2. Victoria’s Secret
twitter: 2,377,726 followers
facebook: 2,635,107 likes
instagram: 2,171,801 followers

 

The lingerie brand’s mix of great promotions—and hot pictures—make it a winner across all platforms.

 

3. Louis Vuitton
twitter: 1,132,388 followers
facebook 14,292,047 likes
instagram 545,690 followers

 

The pure luxury brand has found a way to convey its sophisticated message through the web. The “Art of Travel” campaign is a perfect fit for social media.  

 

4. H&M
twitter: 2,270,270 followers
facebook: 15,115,223 likes
instagram: 869,022 followers

Tweets teasing its much-hyped collaborations create the kind of buzz the fast-fashion retailer runs on.

 

5. Forever 21
twitter: 1,119,607 followers
facebook: 8,309,777 likes
instagram: 1,474,190 followers

The fast-fashion retailer’s focus on image-heavy, fashion-blogger-loving Instagram makes sense for connecting with its young audience. 

 

6. Vans
twitter: 224,755 followers
facebook: 11,560,164 likes
instagram: 513,410 followers

The skate brand’s frequent sponsorship of festivals and events has helped to amp up its social media presence.

 

7. Michael Kors
twitter: 1,320,917 followers
facebook: 5,455,337 likes
instagram: 952,841 followers

The designer’s affable personality lends itself to the brand’s Youtube shopping videos and other fun initiatives.

 

8. Gucci
twitter: 799,048 followers
facebook: 11,089,514 likes
instagram: 696,714 followers

The storied Italian fashion house’s latest social media efforts include a watch campaign released through Myspace. 

 

9. Dolce & Gabbana

twitter: 894,137 followers
facebook: 7,104,724 likes
instagram: 384,188 followers

 

Dolce & Gabbana was early to the social media game, and the brand loves trying out the latest platforms, such as Vine.

 

10. DIOR
twitter: 2,267,376 followers
facebook: 12,100,751 likes

The fashion insider favorite is best at “digital storytelling,” Dachis says, citing its 16 million + Youtube views as proof.

 

11. Old Navy
twitter: 145,775 followers
facebook: 7,666,339 likes
instagram: 18,028 followers

The affordable retailer focuses on Facebook and Pinterest, preferred haunts of its deal-hunting customer.

 

12. Ralph Lauren 
twitter: 376,461 followers
facebook: 6,886,686 likes
instagram: 280,256 followers

 

While the world-famous label only joined Twitter last year, its Facebook engagement has propelled it to the top of the social media heap.

 

13. Roberto Cavalli  
twitter: 480,735 followers
facebook: 1,029,991 likes
instagram: 127,904 followers

 

The Italian designer’s personal appearances on social media have helped the brand. He blogs frequently at robertocavalliblog.com

 

14. Coach
twitter: 468,800 followers
facebook: 4,554,490 likes
instagram: 207,857 followers

 

Dachis calls out Coach for targeting the Chinese market. The brand boasts a major presence on WeChat, regional celebrity endorsements, and a “sophisticated e-card campaign that triggered social sharing.”

 

15. GAP
twitter: 230,999 followers
facebook: 4,506,101 likes
instagram: 138,574 followers

The American brand has been fairly experimental with its social media strategy, from giving away denim through Foursquare to selling dresses via Facebook.

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Sex appeal with a sense of humor… Recently ran into this campaign for Sara Lee’s toilet cleaning product, Ambi Pur (for the Australian market), featuring the combination of hospital grade disinfectant with fragrance that could pass for an attractive perfume. Certainly distinctive and a refreshing take on what is usually expected consumer product branding. Gotta love the Aussies…

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Think cheap (and seasonal) eats… American Express #PassionProject | Rebecca Lando Brings Good Food to Tables on a Budget. Another installment in the Passion Project video series. Engaging young video blogger and author introduces her cookbook and refreshing philosophy on food and cooking. Brava and keep it local…

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Water for all… American Express #PassionProject | Scott Harrison & Clean Water. Ex-club promoter, Scott Harrison, one of the first Passion Project Winners, used his grant to fund his organization, Charity: Water, which works to supply clean drinking water for developing nations. The organization asks people to either donate or pledge to ask for donations on their birthdays in lieu of gifts. Amazing guy and organization. Compelling video that does his noble cause justice, as well as positioning Amex as the great facilitator. In any case, worth consideration. And very happy birthdays for years to come…

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Chefs market too

Kellyco@work | MARCO CANORA (website design & development). Website design for prominent New York chef. Developed both visual content and copy to support extensive accomplishments, roster of restaurants, cookbooks, media appearances and press accolades.

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Summer stripes… Meininger Hotel Berlin Airport, Germany, designed by Petersen Architekten (originally posted by z-x-y). Bold use of color goes a long way…

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