H.O.T. and Gmarket Meet: A Case Study of E-Commerce Branding Success Through "We Are the Future."
Hello! Today, we'll be taking a deep dive into the "We Are The Future" campaign advertisement by [Gmarket X H.O.T.], a legendary idol group that left its mark on Korean pop culture history, from a marketing perspective. "I'll create my own world." These are the lyrics from H.O.T.'s hit song "We Are The Future" which captivated the hearts of teenagers in the late 90s. Now, 17 years later, they've returned as a full group and teamed up with e-commerce platform Gmarket to deliver this message once again. Beyond simply reminiscing, this ad precisely targeted the generation with the highest purchasing power. Let's take a closer look at the meticulous strategy and success factors behind its success. π³️ 1. Campaign Background: The Return of a Legend and the "Newtro" Craze When this ad was released, South Korea was at the center of a "Newtro" (New + Retro) craze that went beyond "Retro" Gmarket became the main...