PRIMROSE Nahyun AD, Starbucks FIZZIO

1. Advertisement Overview and Campaign Background The advertisement campaign using Starbucks' RTD (Ready-to-Drink) beverage, Fizzio, and model PRIMROSE Nahyun is a marketing strategy targeting young consumers. Fizzio is a refreshing carbonated beverage that was released especially for the summer season. PRIMROSE Nahyun is a popular influencer and model among the MZ generation, and her fresh and trendy image fits well with the concept of Fizzio. This advertisement emphasizes Fizzio's carbonation and fruit flavor with the main message of "refreshing" and "energy." In particular, it was exposed as short and intense video content through social media and TV commercials, and was also spread online through the hashtag campaign (#Fizzio_refreshing). 2. Target Analysis: MZ Generation Strategy The main target of this advertisement is the MZ generation in their 20s and 30s, who are active on SNS and sensitive to trends. PRIMROSE Nahyun's casting was appropriate be...

IU's "Wearing Winter Differently" — 5 Hidden Secrets of Black Yak's Commercial

 


This winter, the 15-second Black Yak FW25 "IU's Hima Down" commercial immediately caught my eye. Within its short running time, it cleverly delivered the message of "wearing winter differently." This short, addictive commercial centers around a series of fun anecdotes that showcase IU's charm. It's designed to capture the viewer's attention, making for a quick read that's sure to amuse, and ultimately, a natural progression of product highlights.

Moments Where IU Wears Winter Differently

  • A Scene That Makes the Wind a Friend: A 15-second gust of wind brings the silhouette of the down jacket to life. While wind is often portrayed as winter's enemy, here it's used as a "sound effect," supporting IU's light steps. This allows the clothes to be seen first, followed by her smile. This sequence is surprisingly memorable.
  • The Rhythm of the Staircase Scene: The rapid up-and-down cuts intertwine with the steps, creating a sense of rhythm even though there seems to be no music. As IU gently twirls her coat, the characteristic volume of down elegantly dissipates and then returns to its smooth state. It's a scene that conveys, without a single word, "voluminous yet light."

  • The allure of color contrast: The subdued colors of down pop against a background as bright as snow. The contrast between IU's skin tone and the down creates a sharper, more defined effect, creating a vivid effect for both her face and the clothing. This ultimately hints at the message, "This winter, make a difference with your tonal combinations."

A point that makes viewers laugh: Small Episode 5

1. The magic of the "hand-flap accent": IU gently lifts the sleeve ends to adjust the length. It's a cute and lifelike gesture, almost like casting a spell, "Make it fit me perfectly," instantly resonating. It's a perfect moment for social media to emulate.

2. The "hoodie" timing: The facial expression of pulling up the hood at a moment when the wind is barely audible. Instead of exaggerating, it matches the familiar winter temperature, realistically evoking the "Oh, it's getting cold!" Meanwhile, the detail of keeping the hair neatly tangled is subtly refreshing.

3. The rhythm of the "microstep": The heel-tapping stride. The message of lightness is translated into cute footwork. It's rare for such a subtle rhythm to linger in a short commercial.

4. The lingering effect of the "eye contact": A gaze that seems to avoid the camera. A half-beat late smile that makes eye contact while admiring the winter scenery makes the viewer smile along. The ending cut is perfect for eliciting comments.

5. "Zipper ASMR": The subtle sound of the final zipper closing pushes the button for pleasure. That feeling of it locking snugly is remembered as the sound of being ready for winter.

A directing trick that makes the 15 seconds feel long.

  • The cut is short, but it shows the beginning, middle, and end of the action. This creates a sense of completion rather than abruptness.

  • Product details (the volume of the filling, the quilting lines, the zipper finish) are conveyed through gloss and shadow. Whether indoors or outdoors, the materials are vibrant, allowing viewers to immediately imagine their tactile sensations.

  • The sound design, instead of background noise, conveys the texture of winter air. The choice to immerse viewers in the screen without over-the-top music is refreshing.

The brand message is naturally infused.

  • "Wearing Winter Differently" translates from function to attitude: Warmth is the foundation, but the combination of "light rhythm, clean tones, and everyday details" creates a new winter routine. Viewers desire the feeling of the scene, even before the product itself, and think, "I want to wear that too."

  • The use of models is restrained: IU's star power isn't overexposed. Instead, the focus is on small, everyday movements, creating a motif anyone can emulate. This is the seed of viral success. 
  • Keyword suggestions that will elicit viewer reactions

15-Second Design from a Marketer's Perspective

  • 3 Key Points to Remember: Gesture (HandPuff, Hood, Zipper) / Rhythm (Microsteps) / Texture (Volume + Gloss)

  • Transition Path: Empathy (Life Moment) → Sensation (Sound, Wind) → Differentiation (Tone, Silhouette) → Click (Hashtag, Comment)

  • Hooking Title Optimization: "IU's 5 Habits for Wearing Lightly in Winter", "HimaDown ASMR in 15 Seconds"