WHEN FASHION SLOWS DOWN: HOW CAN BRANDS COMMUNICATE SUSTAINABILITY WITHOUT OVERUSING WORDS LIKE ‘ECO’ AND ‘GREEN’

25. 7. 2025 Slow fashion is no longer just a manufacturing philosophy – it is becoming a new language of fashion communication. Whereas seasonal trends once dominated advertising, today more and more brands are leaning towards a calmer, more thoughtful narrative. Instead of products, they present stories; instead of sales, they show manufacturing processes. Campaigns feature documentary aesthetics, quiet activism and artistic installations. Sustainability is not just a theme here, but also a form of expression – based on authenticity, a relationship with clothing and respect for time. This is where the inspiration for marketers lies: that less can mean more if a brand decides to speak clearly, honestly and with confidence in the intelligence of its audience. H&M – Conscious Collection (2011) Swedish clothing company H&M is considered one of the leaders in the global fast fashion scene, so it comes as no surprise that, like other companies in a similar position, it faced growing criticism for its negative environmental footprint with the arrival of the new century. The long-term Conscious Collection campaign, first launched in 2011, thus fulfils two key objectives: firstly, it responds to the criticism, and secondly, it seeks to appeal to new generations of customers who think fundamentally differently about sustainability than their predecessors. As part of this campaign, H&M launches a collection made from sustainable materials every year, seeking to demonstrate that even fast fashion can be conscious. Visually, the campaign draws on the aesthetics of high fashion editorials and haute couture: the spots are dominated by detailed shots of textures, slow-motion images of the production process and natural motifs that contrast with the modern cut of the clothing. Over time, the basic collection has been complemented by the premium Conscious Exclusive line, which relies on short fashion films featuring leading international models such as Giedrė Dukauskaitė and Rianne Van Rompaey for its promotion. H&M clothing is commonly perceived as an affordable alternative, and with these campaigns, the company is trying to show that it can offer something more.

STUDY USA: MARKETERS ARE TERRIBLE AT JUDGING THE FAME AND UNIQUENESS OF THEIR BRAND ASSETS SAYS EBI RESEARCH

22. 7. 2025 Marketers risk significant blind spots if they use their intuition to judge their branding, but working as a group and deploying consumer research offers a way forward, according to new research from the Ehrenberg-Bass Institute.

ADS GRABBING AND SUSTAINING ATTENTION ARE THE KEY TO BUSINESS SUCCESS

20. 7. 2025 Consumer attention matters more than ever. People are bombarded with thousands of ads and messages daily—and most get ignored. In a world of endless distractions, advertisers’ ability to grab and sustain attention is the key to driving real brand impact. Interesting insights in this regard came from the 2025 Uber Advertising Attention study, which focused on the ability of ads within the Uber app to capture attention.

SUMMER-FLAVOURED TV ADS: ROMANTIC LOVE STORY THAT MELTS EVEN THE TOUGHEST HEARTS—AND WALLETS

19. 7. 2025 Love and summer are universal themes that everyone can relate to. A first kiss at sunset, a shared drink on the beach, or playful flirting in the pool become a natural part of a brand’s story in advertising spots. Hot days, setting suns, the salty scent of the sea, and the first shy touches—these are images that instantly evoke memories and desires. A TV ad has the power to turn a few seconds on screen into an emotion that lasts all summer long.

HOW ONE VIDEO GAME TOOK ON CULTURE TO TURN LOSS INTO BRAND LOVE

17. 7. 2025 When Clash of Clans – a mobile video game made by Supercell that reportedly has up to 150 million monthly users – lost relevance and some love, the marketing team took creative risks to stage a brand comeback, revealing their secrets at the Cannes Lions Festival.

LABUBU: WHAT DOES THAT MEAN?

17. 7. 2025 Trends and fads, especially around single products, can make money – but whether they point to something significant about the world (or about how to do business in the world) is much trickier; Labubus are one such fad that invites our consideration – Kantar trend analysis explores the deeper meanings of the toys’ rise. Why Labubus matter Labubu dolls, based on a 2015 picture book called The Monsters, are one of China’s biggest global hits, a cultural phenomenon that has many things going for it: scarcity, celebrity endorsements, social media virality, collectibility, limited collections, and a huge secondary market.

HBBTV ENABLES SECURE CONTENT DELIVERY WITH NEW DRM SPECIFICATION

16. 7. 2025 The HbbTV Association has announced a new specification for the integration of Digital Rights Management (DRM) in HbbTV implementations and services.

TOTAL TV: THE DIVIDE BETWEEN STREAMING AND LINEAR TV NO LONGER MAKES SENSE—IT’S TIME TO SMASH THE BARRIERS

15. 7. 2025 For several years now, it has been said that the divide between linear and streamed television makes no sense from the viewer’s perspective. After all, when people sit down to watch TV, they don’t think about whether it’s time for linear programming or streaming. They are just watching TV. This issue—along with the inefficiencies of current advertising models and a potential solution in the form of Total TV—was explored in depth in this year’s report by the media analytics company TVREV.

BLUE IS COOL: THE SMURFS SCORE BIG IN TV ADVERTISING

14. 7. 2025 The distinctive, memorable blue colour, unique characters, and the emotional connection of viewers who grew up with the Smurfs—these are the qualities that make the Smurfs a perfect inspiration for creatives. Advertising campaigns are full of these iconic characters—and it’s no surprise! On the occasion of the premiere of the latest Smurfs film, let’s take a look at how this phenomenon resonates in the world of advertising.

CZECHS LIKE BRAND MASCOTS, BUT THEY DON’T CONVINCE THEM TO BUY

11. 7. 2025 Brand mascots are generally liked by Czechs in advertisements, but they don't usually convince them to buy, according to the results of a representative survey by MNForce.

SUMMER-FLAVOURED TV ADS: THE MOST SPARKLING REFRESHMENT FOR THE HOTTEST DAYS

10. 7. 2025 Hot summers are perfect for advertising all kinds of drinks and other refreshments. What advertising strategies do the most famous brands choose, and which summer adverts are the most appealing?

HOW AUTHENTIC PRODUCT PLACEMENT CAPTURES THE STREAMING GENERATION

9. 7. 2025 For many brands, traditional paid media no longer guarantees the results that it used to. Linear TV programming can rack up six-figure invoices, even for start-ups or smaller brands, and more and more consumers are actively avoiding ads on streaming services, no matter the cost.

BREATHTAKING ADVERTISING: DINOSAURS IN AD SPOTS INSPIRED BY JURASSIC WORLD

7. 7. 2025 Eager dinosaur fans have just witnessed the premiere of the new film Jurassic World: Rebirth. This event has once again stirred interest in one of the most iconic film franchises of all time. Jurassic Park is not only a phenomenon for dinosaur enthusiasts but also an endless source of inspiration for the advertising industry. This is especially true when it comes to the impressive special effects that brought prehistoric creatures to life.

CZECH AUDIOVISUAL INDUSTRY SLUMPED LAST YEAR, BUT LOCAL VOD AND ADVERTISING GREW

6. 7. 2025 The Czech audiovisual industry took a break in 2024 amid unfavourable incentives and focused on preparing conditions for new growth, with Czech VOD production and advertising on the rise.

SUMMER-FLAVOURED TV ADS: THE WETTEST WATER AND HOTTEST SAND IN ADVERTISING

2. 7. 2025 The splash of waves and the soft sound of hot sand beneath your feet—such a scene is one of the strongest summer trump cards in TV advertising. Swimming in the waves evokes freedom, and beach life brings the rhythm of peace and the ease of a summer holiday, drawing the viewer into the story. People are picturing themselves on a seaside beach, ideally with the featured product in hand. TV ads by the water aren’t just about summer. They are a carefully staged dream where the brand shines like the sun in a clear blue sky without a single cloud.

PRODUCT PLACEMENT CAN TRULY BOOST THE BRAND

1. 7. 2025 Broadcasters and marketers are offering more and more opportunities for creative brand integration into their formats. This brings a range of benefits for all parties involved, as shown by the research.

IF YOUR TRAVEL AD LOOKS TOO PERFECT, GEN Z WON’T TRUST IT

28. 6. 2025 Show them the good, the bad and the ugly.

STUDY PARKS ASSOCIATES: SHOPPABLE TV GROWING IN POPULARITY

27. 6. 2025 While digital goods and services remain the dominant transactions on CTV, consumers are growing comfortable purchasing physical goods through streaming channels and apps, too.