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Breakdown of the best campaigns. Rebranding, Social Media, Branding. What works and why.

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”Decathlon
Rebranding 5 min read

Decathlon renames itself “nolhtaceD”? An innovative marketing strategy to promote second-hand sport

For several months now, Decathlon, the sporting goods giant, has launched a bold initiative that has been generating a lot of buzz. The brand now invites customers to return their used equipment in exchange for store credits…

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Adidas sponsorship campaign
Social Media 5 min read

Adidas finally responds to sponsorship requests! A social marketing campaign that hits the mark

Adidas, one of the most iconic brands in sport, recently launched a campaign that captured the attention of countless followers and micro-influencers on social media. Cheekily named after one of the most common requests the brand receives…

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Nike Women’s Euro Swoosh
Branding 5 min read

Nike celebrates the Women’s Euro with an iconic campaign: The "Swoosh" becomes "Home"

For the Women’s Euro final, Nike launched a bold campaign that immediately captured public attention and sparked strong reactions. Known for its famous "Swoosh" logo, the brand decided to transform it into something more meaningful…

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The Sun becomes The Seum
Social Media 5 min read

The Sun becomes "The Seum": A bold campaign trolling France before the World Cup quarter-final

Ahead of the 2022 World Cup quarter-final between France and England, British tabloid The Sun launched a provocative advertising campaign in the heart of Paris. Known for its sensationalist style…

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Rihanna Super Bowl Fenty Beauty
Communication 5 min read

Rihanna at the Super Bowl: A legendary show and a masterstroke for Fenty Beauty

The Super Bowl, one of the most watched sporting events in the world, delivered a memorable halftime spectacle. This edition saw Rihanna light up the stage, turning the performance into a marketing masterclass…

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Honda Moto France storytelling
Storytelling 5 min read

Honda Moto France turns failure into success: A lesson in storytelling and innovation

Honda Motor Company founder Soichiro Honda once said: "Failure is the best way to learn not to fail." This philosophy, deeply embedded in the brand's DNA, found a striking illustration in a recent campaign…

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Lacoste Impossible Encounters
Branding 5 min read

90 Years of Impossible Encounters: Lacoste celebrates its history and future with a bold global campaign

To mark its 90th anniversary, Lacoste launched a global campaign titled "Impossible Encounters", a tribute to nine decades of innovation, elegance and style. Known for its iconic clothing and the…

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Orange French Women’s Team
Social Media 5 min read

Orange showcases the French Women’s Team through technology: A marketing masterstroke to break stereotypes

When it comes to women's football, one recurring argument keeps surfacing: "Not at the men's level." This deeply entrenched cliché continues to underestimate women's performances on the pitch…

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Sporty and Rich moodboard
Branding 6 min read

Never underestimate the power of a moodboard: How Sporty and Rich became a $50 million company

What started as a simple Instagram moodboard transformed into a thriving company valued at $50 million. Emily Oberg, founder of Sporty and Rich, managed to turn a creative vision into a global brand…

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Distance Méba-Mickaël Zézé
Communication 4 min read

Distance turns shoplifting into a sporting event with Méba-Mickaël Zézé: A bold and successful communication stunt

Running wear store Distance recently made headlines with a truly audacious initiative: inviting Olympic athlete Méba-Mickaël Zézé to handle store security — but with a unique twist…

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La Poste FOOH Paris 2024 Olympics
Innovation 5 min read

Using FOOH to grab attention at the Olympics: La Poste bets on innovation to promote the official Paris 2024 stamp

As an official supporter of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, La Poste took an innovative approach to mark the event by producing a dedicated official stamp. To capture attention…

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Antoine Griezmann emoji
Social Media 4 min read

Antoine Griezmann gets his own emoji: From World Cup champion to social media king

Antoine Griezmann is far more than just a footballer — he has become an iconic social media figure, especially on Twitter, where he transformed into a full-time "Twittos." Since the early days…

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AS Roma missing persons
Communication 4 min read

When football saves lives: AS Roma uses transfer announcements to find missing persons

Every summer, transfer season is in full swing for football clubs, with each new signing generating massive attention on social media. These player announcements reach millions of…

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Umbro rebranding centenary
Rebranding 4 min read

A rebranding to watch closely: Umbro reinvents itself for its centenary

Sportswear brand Umbro, well known for its football heritage, is in the midst of a major transformation. This year marks a turning point as the brand celebrates 100 years with a bold rebranding…

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Orange Paralympic Games
Communication 3 min read

Orange and the Paralympic Games: a campaign that dismantles prejudice around para-sport

On August 28, 2024, at the Paris Paralympic Games opening ceremony, Orange made a powerful impression with a bold campaign created in collaboration with Publicis Conseil. As an official partner…

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Sorare Mbappé best manager
Social Media 3 min read

Sorare and Kylian Mbappé: a competition to find the best football manager

Sorare, the world-famous fantasy football app, is making waves again with an unprecedented competition placing Kylian Mbappé at the centre of the action. A true global football icon, Mbappé…

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