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Iftar Sand Clock' - McDonald's

• What’s happening: This creative McDonald's ad features a triptych of hourglasses, each progressing through time, with the sand inside representing elements of a McDonald's burger. In the first hourglass, a layer of green (lettuce), red (tomato), and brown (meat) "sand" is visible at the top, along with a golden "M" logo. As the sand falls, it forms the layers of a burger in the bottom bulb. In the final hourglass, all the "sand" (burger ingredients) has settled at the bottom, and the golden McDonald's "M" logo is formed by the remaining "sand" at the top. This ad is designed for Ramadan, where the hourglass symbolizes the countdown to Iftar (the evening meal when Muslims break their fast).

• Why it’s awesome: This ad is incredibly ingenious and culturally sensitive. By transforming the iconic McDonald's "M" and burger ingredients into a visual metaphor for a sand clock, it perfectly aligns the brand with the timing of Iftar during Ramadan. It's a clever, visually engaging way to mark the end of fasting and position McDonald's as a convenient and awaited meal option. The progression across the three images effectively tells a story of anticipation leading to a satisfying meal, all within a culturally relevant context.

You're Not Cornered by the Water Cooler' - Snickers (Mars Wrigley Confectionery)

• What’s happening: This humorous ad for Snickers features a stylized water cooler positioned in the corner of a room, rendered in shades of brown. Large, white text angles around the corner, creating a forced perspective that reads: "YOU'RE NOT CORNERED TO MAKE SMALL TALK BY THE WATER COOLER WHEN YOU'RE HOME." A Snickers bar is prominently displayed at the bottom right, with the accompanying text: "YOU STAY YOU WHEN YOU #STAYHOME."

• Why it’s awesome: This ad is brilliantly relatable and witty, perfectly capturing a common office annoyance – unwanted small talk at the water cooler – and contrasting it with the peace and comfort of working from home. By presenting this scenario, Snickers taps into a shared, humorous experience of introverts and those who appreciate uninterrupted focus. It cleverly positions staying home as a liberating experience and Snickers as a comforting, personal treat for those moments of deserved quiet. It's an effective way to connect with consumers through shared experiences and a lighthearted tone.

HERSHE Gallery: Celebrating Her' - Hershey's

• What’s happening: This ad features a collection of Hershey's chocolate bars, each with unique, artfully designed wrappers showcasing different female artists and their work. A hand is reaching into the frame to pick up one of these specially designed bars, which features a whimsical illustration of a tiger-headed figure with rainbow rays emanating from its eye towards a Hershey's chocolate piece. Other bars are visible with text like "HER POEMS," "SHE WRITES," and "SHE DRAWS." The top right corner notes "MARCH 8th INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY." The ad highlights the "HERSHE GALLERY" initiative.

• Why it’s awesome: This ad is a brilliant and impactful way for Hershey's to celebrate International Women's Day and champion female creativity. By transforming their iconic chocolate bar wrappers into a "gallery" for diverse female artists, they create a tangible and shareable platform for recognition. It elevates the product beyond just a treat, making it a symbol of empowerment and artistic expression. The visual of multiple unique designs encourages collecting and engagement, while the hand reaching for a bar signifies the personal connection consumers can make with these inspiring works.

Let The Storm Lead The Way' - Ford

• What’s happening: This dramatic ad for the "NEW ECOSPORT STORM 2020" features a powerful lightning bolt striking down onto a distant landscape under a dark, stormy sky. A small blue navigation arrow, typically seen on GPS systems, points along a path directly towards the lightning strike. The text "LET THE STORM LEAD THE WAY." is positioned next to the arrow. Details about the car model, price (R$ 104.990), and the Ford and Topfor logos are at the bottom right.

• Why it’s awesome: This ad is incredibly effective at conveying the adventurous and robust spirit of the Ford EcoSport Storm. By literally showing a navigation arrow directing the car towards a lightning storm, it boldly suggests that this vehicle is built for extreme conditions and is ready for any challenge. It taps into the thrill of exploration and the confidence that comes with driving a capable vehicle, making the car seem like the perfect companion for those who embrace the unpredictable and seek out new experiences.

So Supple You Can Do What You Want' - Ciments Calcia

• What’s happening: This whimsical ad for Ciments Calcia features a sculpture of a balloon animal dog, but instead of being made from a balloon, it appears to be sculpted from a grayish, concrete-like material. The "balloon dog" stands against a bright blue background. Below the image, there's a bag of "Calcia le Maniable" cement, and text in French. The text highlights the cement's adaptability for various construction works, emphasizing its unique malleability, suppleness, and ease of use, inviting discovery of other "ciments de caractère." The Ciments Calcia logo is in the bottom right.

• Why it’s awesome: This ad is incredibly clever and visually engaging, using a playful and unexpected image to demonstrate a key attribute of cement: its "pliability" or malleability. By transforming a soft, flexible balloon animal into a rigid, concrete sculpture, it powerfully conveys the idea that this specific cement ("le Maniable") is so flexible that it can be molded into almost any desired shape. It's an imaginative way to showcase a building material, making it feel less industrial and more like a versatile medium for creative expression, directly addressing a common pain point for builders and craftsmen.

That’s a wrap! We hope these bold, fun, and inspiring ads gave you your daily dose of creative energy. See you soon for some more best-in-class marketing goodies!