Cannes Lions
PUBLICIS SHANGHAI, Shanghai / MAY FLOWER / 2013
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Description
[Background]
Toilet paper, there's nothing you don’t already know. All the brands focus on “wet strength” . That’s what the consumer cares about.
[Challenge]
May Flower, a late entry brand in China would like to challenge the status quo.
[Strategy]
Design a live event to demonstrate the magic power
Direct interaction with consumers
Make product the channel of communication, spreading the product message on the toilet paper.
[Idea]
“Art of absorption”
Using traditional Chinese ink calligraphy, written on toilet paper, you can perceive the strength of the toilet paper which absorbs the blush ink thoroughly. It demonstrated Mayflower toilet paper with strong absorbency
[Using PR]
A total of three roadshows were carried out in the regions of Beijing and Shanghai, with several promotions aired through the media. Video clips of consumers trying the calligraphy were trending in Weibo, showing how much they enjoy and are willing to share this interesting event.
Reporters from 5 media channels were invited for the event. At the same time, exhibition was held at the Museum of Arts for a week, receiving ten thousand visitors.
[Results]
2,014,213 impressions on weibo.
5 magazine reports in 3 months
Gained 12% market share within 6months after launching
Brand recognition reached 92%
Ranked no.2 in consumers’ ideal brands category
5 Media reports, 2 News reports
Execution
Make the product the channel of communication, spreading the product message on the toilet paper.
A total of three roadshows were carried out in the regions of Beijing and Shanghai, with several promotions aired through the media. Video clips of consumers trying the calligraphy were trending in Weibo, showing how much they enjoy and are willing to share this interesting event.
Outcome
5 magazines and 2 TV reports in 3 months;
Gained 12% market share within 6 months after launching; Brand awareness reached 92%; Top of mind ranked No.2 in consumer study;
2,014,213 impressions on weibo.
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