These October 2019 commercials range from unbranded chip campaigns to empowering back-to-school ads. While examples like Gap's 'Forward' commercial encourage Gen Z generations that anything is possible -- the ad spotlights a talented cast of child musicians -- others like the Anti-Ad by Doritos suggest that the brand is so iconic that it needs no logo, branding or introduction.
Other October 2019 commercials to note include Spotify's 'Listen Like You Used To' campaign. The campaign is geared toward Generation X consumers and compares nostalgic lyrics from the past with those from today. Each is slightly updated with a relatable joke that mature consumers would relate to. One example compares "you're 24 hour party people" with "you're 2-4 hour party people" lyrics when referencing someone's mindset in 1988 versus their mindset in 2019.
Top 30 Commercial Trends in October
From Unbranded Chip Campaigns to Empowering Back-to-School Ads:
Jana Pijak — Oct 3, 2019 — Marketing
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Ironically Direct Campaigns
no name Launched A Straightforward and Hilarious Campaign
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Podcast-Inspired Alcoholic Drinks
The 'Pink Whitney' is Inspired by a Popular Sports Podcast
28
Humorous Meatless Breakfast Ads
Colton Underwood and Morningstar Debut 'Lose Your Veginity' Ads
27
Anti-Plastic Toy Campaigns
Burger King is Fighting Single-Use Plastic with the Meltdown Campaign
26
Relatable Nostalgic Streaming Ads
Spotify's Listen Like You Used To Campaign Targets Generation X
25
Translucent Football Helmets
Uninterrupted and LeBron James produced Glass Football Helmets
24
Unbranded Chip Campaigns
The Anti-Ad by Doritos Has No Logo or Recognizable Brand Name
23
Dynamic Grocery Delivery Ads
Postmates Partners with Martha Stewart for a New 'Postmate It' Ad
22
Hobby-Themed Soccer Star Ads
Wish Launches a Series of #TimeOnYourHands Ads Starring Athletes
21
Natural Climate Solution Campaigns
Greta Thunberg & The Guardian Launched the #NatureNow Campaign
20
Tech Brand Happiness Initiatives
LG's 'Experience Happiness' Campaign Aims to Help Youth De-Stress
19
Hilarious Hesitant Runner Ads
Nike and Ilana Glazer Partnered to Spotlight the Joyride Sneakers
18
Empowering Back-to-School Campaigns
Gap Kids' 'Forward' Ads Spotlight Emerging Child Musicians
17
Creativity-Focused Watch Campaigns
A New adidas Watch Collection Pays Homage to Creativity 247365
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Animated Incontinence Ads
Elvie's #FreeFromPee Campaign Shares the Adventures of Bobo & Bladder
15
Relatable Car Song Campaigns
Spotify's New 'Let the Song Play' Campaign is Relatable and Humorous
14
Healthy Eating-Centric Campaigns
Beko's Eat Like a Pro Draws Inspiration from Athletes and eSports
13
Multicultural Diner Ads
This New Denny's Campaign Aims to Appeal to Black and Latinx Consumers
12
AI Food Insecurity Ads
Feeding America Uses AI to Depict Food Insecurity in America
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Storytelling Home Security Ads
ADT's New 'RealProtection' Campaign is Heartwarming
10
Empowering Multicultural Ads
Xfinity's 'More than one voice' Ad Promotes its Bilingual Remote
9
Family-Focused Fast Food Ads
ALMA's 'Uncle Roberto' Spot Highlights Intergenerational Relations
8
Canadian Singer Coffee Partnerships
Tim Hortons and Shawn Mendes Partner to Release a New Campaign
7
Pizza-Branded Parent Stations
Red Baron Launched the 'Parent Win' Campaign Online and In-Person
6
Optimistic Tech-Focused Campaigns
Samsung's #DoWhatYouCant Ad Imagines a Bright Future
5
Positivity-Themed Animated Ads
Dum-Dums Launched Its First Campaign in Thirty Years
4
Whimsical Airline Sponsorship Ads
Qatar Airways' FIFA Women's World Cup Ad Celebrates Storytelling
3
Positivity-Focused Cider Campaigns
Somersby's Isn't That Wonderful Ad Highlights Sunny Optimism
2
Break Dancing Clothing Commercials
Flying Machine Recently Debuted Its New F-Lite Collection
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Musical Legal Awareness Campaigns
Southern Poverty Law Center's 'Immigrant Songs' Offer Advice
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Curated Back-To-School Campaigns
JD Debuts the New Start Fresh Back-To-School Campaign
Anti-Consumption Natural Ads
The 'Girls Just Wanna Grow Plants' Ad Aims to Reducing Consumption
Halloween-Inspired Pretzel Campaigns
Snyder’s of Hanover Debuts the 'Pretzelface' Campaign
Generative AI Candy Campaigns
The Starburst 'Different Every Time' Campaign is Interactive
Ingenious De-Influencing Ads
Cuyana's De-Influencing April Fool's Campaign Highlights Greenwashing
Gen Z-Targeted Ads
Truth Initiative’s Outsmart Nicotine Campaign Pushes Gen Z to Quit Smarter
Sober October Campaigns
Kit NA Brewing Launched 'Under Your Own Influence Sober October'
Hug-Inspired Olympics Campaigns
Coca-Cola's Summer Olympics Campaign was Inspired by True Events
Athlete-Backed Shoe Campaigns
Nike Released Awaken Your Madness with International Soccer Players
Digital-First Scavenger Hunts
Chipotle Opts for Influencer Marketing for its Giveaway Promotion
Personalized Digital Playgrounds
Pringles Poptopia is an Immersive, Engaging Experience for Fans
Naturalistic Taco Stand Campaigns
Coca-Cola Launched a Street Photography Campaign in Norway
Humorous Automotive Campaigns
Hyundai’s 'Where Have You Been?' Ad Merges Nostalgia and Branding
Spicy Co-Branded Mints
Tic Tac and Del Taco Dropped a Spicy Mint Idea on April 1st
Break-Encouraging Soda Branding
The Diet Coke Break Campaign Includes Customized Cans
Purposeful Consumer-Focused Campaigns
IKEA's Sleepfluencers Campaign is a Clever Way to Give Back
Brand Heritage-Appreciation Campaigns
Timberlands Racy 'ICONIC' Campaign Honours Its Legacy
Adventurously Reimagined Logo Designs
Mountain Dew Unveils a Vibrantly Verdant New Look
Age-Appropriate Skincare Campaigns
Dove's #TheFaceof10 Addresses Unsafe Gen Alpha Skincare
Sporty Fashion Spring Campaigns
adidas Originals Introduces the 1000 Back Campaign
Employee Fragrance Campaigns
Lidl's Fragrance Campaign Features Local Talent with Celebrity Names
Star-Studded Tech Campaigns
Jewellery Pros and Music Talent Promote the Bose Ultra Open Earbuds
Humorous Payment Campaigns
Paypal's Latest Campaign Features Actor Will Ferrell
Hilarious Judicial Beauty Ads
e.l.f. Cosmetics Debuts "Judge Beauty" Campaign
Inspiring Leftover Ads
Hellmann's Mayo Cat Super Bowl Ad Uses Mayonnaise to Fight Food Waste
Seasonal Phone Booth Activations
Spotify's Q4 is Calling Urges Brands to Start Holiday Advertising
Fashion House Chip Bags
Balenciaga Presents Its Own Branded Premium Snack Bags
Gen Z-Centric Campaigns
Urban Outfitters' Shift Happens Campaign Has Three Phases
Iconic Character-Inspired Campaigns
Etsy's Christmas Ad Celebrates Personalized Gifting
Multichannel Retail Campaigns
Urban Outfitters' 'Happy Lolidays' Campaign is Engaging
Movement-Inspired Fashion Campaigns
The Bottega Veneta's Going Places Features Going Places
Convention-Challenging AC Campaigns
Samsung's WindFree Ad Stars a Savvy Grandma-Fluencer
AI-Powered Travel Campaigns
Samsonite's Bring It 2024 Campaign Exudes Timeless Style & Durability
Refreshed Colorful Candy Brands
Elmwood Reinvents the New Skittles Branding Update
Global Handbag Campaigns
Coach's New 'Unlock Your Courage' Campaign Promotes Personal Expression
Retail Overconsumption Campaigns
Coachtopia's 'The Wasted Parts' Explores Overconsumption Culture
Gen Alpha Marketing Campaigns
Claire's is Targeting TikTok Growth for its Latest Ads Spending
Mindful Restaurant Drink Menus
The Chipotle Beverage Menu Has Been Expanded with New Options
Spooky AR Yogurt Packaging
Chobani Unveiled Interactive Special Edition Halloween Packaging
Offbeat Fashion Campaigns
ASOS 'Inspired By' Delivers Non-Traditional Inspiration to Style-Seekers
Young Travellers-Targeting Campaigns
Progressive Insurance Has Introduced a New Campaign
Data-Driven QSR Campaigns
Burger King's BK Unwrapped Reveals Customers' 2024 Ordering Preferences
Craveable Soda Packaging
Sprite is Reviving Its Obey Your Thirst Campaign for a New Generation
Grocery-Themed Holiday Cosmetics
Benefit Cosmetics Presents the Playful Benemart Collection
Modern Coffee Packaging Designs
Happy™ Products Offers a Range of Coffee to Elevate Mornings
Cross-Category Refreshment Campaigns
Sprite and Pringles Hot Have Teamed Up for a New Campaign
Festive Advent Campaigns
Cadbury's 24 Out-of-Home Ads Represent the Countdown to Christmas
Empowering Clean Beauty Campaigns
Babe Original Celebrates Individuality with 'Originally You'
Stylish Footwear Campaigns
Under Armour Targets Gen Z in its New 'Flex As You Go' Campaign
Passion-Themed Anniversary Ads
Pepsi Celebrates Its 90th Birthday in Canada with a Quebec Event
Gen Z-Influenced Marketing Campaigns
Kraft Heinz is Studying Gen Z's Preferences with New Launches
Gen Alpha Fitness Influencers
ASICS' Little Reminders Inspires Adults to Make Movement Joyful
Creativity Time Capsules
Crayola's Campaign for Creativity Reunites Adults with Childhood Art
Convenient Kid-Focused Snack Options
KIND Healthy Snacks Debuts a Product Line Called KIND Kids
Food-Themed Holiday Campaigns
Kroger’s 2024 Holiday Campaign Celebrates Food and Connection
Empowering Menopause Campaigns
GenM's Live Your Best Menopause Supports Confidence & Choice
Exclusive Social Shopping Snacks
Like Air is Launching Limited-Time Flavors on TikTok Shop
Shoppable CPG Ads
Instacart-Powered Shoppable Video Ads are Coming to YouTube
Rebranded Food Delivery Apps
Skip Revamps Its Brand Identity to 'Skip to the Good Part'
Gen Z-Focused Coachella Campaigns
Pinterest Partners With Coachella to Connect With Gen Z
Epic Rapper-Backed Soda Campaigns
PEPSI Launched its 'Make Your Gameday Epic' Campaign
Generation-Blending Skateboarding Campaigns
Vans' Always Out There Campaigns Nods to Y2K Styles
Spooky Interactive Yogurt Packaging
Chobani Flip Greek Yogurt Boasts a Unique Halloween Multipack
Active-Minded Refreshing Streetwear
YoungLA Drops the First Instalment of its October Collection
Mindful-Shopping Campaigns
The Ordinary’s 'Slovember' Campaign Promotes Intentional Shopping
Fall-Ready Denim Campaigns
Pacsun Launched Its Interactive Better in Baggy Denim Campaign
Super Bowl Drive-Thru Commercials
Taco Bell Debuts Its Live Más Drive-Thru Cams Campaign
Comfort-Focused Footwear Ads
The ALDO Spring 2024 Campaign Highlights Its Pillow Walk Technology
Nostalgic Snack Ranges
Munchies Returns to Canada After a 20-Year Hiatus
Low-Cost Back-to-School Promotions
The Dollar General Back-to-School Campaign is Launching Now
Lengthy Halloween-Inspired Events
Michaels Has Launched Its 100 Days to Halloween Campaign
Ambassador-Focused Footwear Campaigns
Vans Launches a New Campaign for its OTW Line
Eco-Minded Millennial Ads
Coors Seltzer's 'Call to Inaction' Campaign Aims to Save Water
Music-Inspired Retail Campaigns
Macy’s is Launching Its Summer’s Greatest Hits Campaign
Co-Branded Custom Ads
Lexus and Universal Pictures Partner for the 'Experience OZmazing' Spot
Rebranded Spicy Chip Brands
Frito-Lay Announced it is Reviving Flamin' Hot as its Own Brand
Road Trip-Inspired Snack Chips
McCoy’s Epic Eats Crisps Come in Two New Flavors
Gen Z Breakfast Campaigns
'Start the Day the Totino’s Way' Targets Teens Who Skip Morning Meals
Cheerful Healthy Snack Campaigns
Garden Veggie Snacks' YUMbelievably Delicious is Innovative
Humorous Natural Deodorant Campaigns
The Every Man Jack 'Still Smell Good' Campaign is Catchy
Musical Nut Campaigns
INC's NutTunes Campaign Reaches Gen Z Through Spotify
Health-Conscious Holiday Drink Ads
This TENZING Christmas Ad Sees Santa Opting for a New Drink
Family-Honoring Festive Campaigns
JD Celebrates all Forms of Family in 2024 Xmas Family Campaign
Quirky Plant-Based Food Ads
Gosh! Food's Falafel Advertisement is Surprising
Supportive Back-to-School Campaigns
Staples Canada Has Unveiled Its 2024 Back-to-School Campaign
Collaborative Digital Coffee Campaigns
illy Launches its Digital Content Series 'Coffee Break'
Kindness-Promoting Ad Reboots
Coca-Cola’s Christmas Kindness Campaign Returns for the Holidays
Donut Inspired Ad Campaigns
Dunkin' Donuts New Ad Campaign is Called Dunkin'Terns
Specialty Cheese Campaigns
Alouette Unveiled its Creative 'Flavor That Sings' Campaign
Pumpkin-Inspired Community-Themed Campaigns
Danone North America Debuts the Tri Pumpkin Campaign
Chicken-Centered Campaigns
KFC Released a Campaign Called 'Believe in Chicken'
Human Connection-Centric Campaigns
Etsy's New Ad Campaign Wants to Keep Commerce Human
Nostalgic Long-Form Infomercials
Mint Mobile's 'Mintfomercial' Offers Humor and Nostalgia
Tongue-In-Cheek Soda Campaigns
Pepsi Jokes at Coca-Cola in It's Tastes Better Campaign
Visually Appealing Food Campaigns
Celestial Seasonings Launches the Taste Our World Campaign
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Tom Ford Allows Consumers to Seamlessly Shop Its Spring 2024 RTW
Peeling Cheese Packaging Billboards
This Babybel Billboard is Inspired by the Product's Packaging
Minimal Affordable Sub-Labels
Target Presents its Own No-Frills Brand with Minimal Design
Travel-inspired Brand Campaigns
Michelin Launches the On the Road and Beyond! Campaign
Fun-Forward Snack Campaigns
McCain Foods' 'TAST!EZ' Campaign Encourages Joy
Cookie-Twisting Commercials
The OREO Super Bowl 2024 Spot Revisits Pivotal Moments in History
Time Capsule-Style Branding Campigns
Coors Light & Patrick Mahomes Present a Unique Project
Soccer Star Chip Campaigns
Lay's x Messi Chip Bags are Arriving for Soccer Season
Familial Meal Kit Campaigns
HelloFresh, Hello Dinner Spotlights the Uniqueness of Households
Influencer Snack Bar Campaigns
Nature Valley Launches a Social-Oriented Digital Marketing Campaign
Revamped Private Label Ranges
The Target up&up Collection Has Been Expanded and Updated
Brand Refresh Preview Events
Closer Previews for Anticipation at a Lively Cheap Monday Event
Heist-Themed Cheese Ads
This Maxi Babybel Ad Celebrates the Cheese's Return
Anniversary-Celebrating Storytelling Ads
The Walt Disney Company Mark Marvel's 85th Anniversary
Feel-Good Financial Campaigns
Ally Financial's Banksgiving Supports Customers in Need with Funds
Heartwarming Holiday Car Ads
Toyota Debuts Three Ads During NBCUniversal’s Primetime Specials
Refreshed Beauty Jingles
Maybelline Reworked the Maybe It’s Maybelline Jingle for a New Generation
Next-Generation Mall Campaigns
Simon's Meet Me @themall Targets Gen Z Shoppers
Heritage-Driven Denim Campaigns
The Gap 'Get Loose' Campaign Stars Troye Sivan
Social Justice Desert Campaigns
Ben & Jerry's 'Make Some Motherchunkin' Change' Campaign Debuted
Iconic Commercial Reboots
Oscar Mayer Brings Back Its Iconic Jingle for a New Generation
Australian Yogurt Campaigns
Yoplait Launches a New Platform and Marketing Campaign with AJF
Cheeky Series Star Campaigns
MTN DEW Debuts a New Superbowl Ad with Aubrey Plaza
Influencer-Starring Car Commercials
Toyota's New Short Film Seeks to Resonate with Gen Z Customers
Frozen Pizza-Centered Campaigns
Dr. Oetker Debuts the Frozen Pizza Publicist Campaign
Back-To-School Sporty Campaigns
JD's Start Fresh Campaign Celebrates Today's Youth Culture
Snacking Mishap Campaigns
The Other Hand by Cheetos Shows Snackers Who Refuse to Put the Bag Down
Personality-Packed Snack Filters
Jack Link's Created Bold "Flavor Filters" for Gen Z Job Seekers
Celebrity-Backed Fragrance Ads
Axe Targets Generation Z with its New Star-Studded Campaign
Revived Decade-Themed QSR Menus
This New Taco Bell Menu Has Five Nostalgic Offerings
Cheeky Candy Campaigns
This Kinder Bueno Campaign Targets Millennial and Gen Z Consumers
Chip Brand-Inspired Apparel
Lay's Partners with HUEMN to Create a Co-Branded Merchandise Capsule
Eye-Catching Value Crisp Branding
Discos Snacks are Introducing New Branding for its PMP Products
Short Film-Inspired Ads
Apple’s New ‘The Underdogs’ Ad Features Various Apple Products
Appetizer-Themed Holiday Campaigns
Summer Fresh® Debuted 12 Days of Appetizer Recipes
Mango-Scented Newspaper Ads
Swiggy Instamart Launched a Scented Campaign in the Times of India
Cheeky Tortilla Chip Campaigns
This SimplyProtein Campaign Will Appear on Digital Platforms
Solution-Oriented Holiday Ads
Orange’s Holiday Ad Brings Families Together Over Smartphones
Halloween Carbonated Drink Packaging
Tango and 7UP's Two-Litre Packs Get a Spooky Redesign
Comedic Groundhog Day Campaigns
Lay's Flavor for Days Campaign Taps into Groundhog Day
Streetstyle Flavor Campaigns
Old El Paso's Turn It Up Entices Gen Z to Try Its Street Vibes Range
Curated Autumnal Retailer Collections
ALDI Finds for September Help Shoppers Kick Off Fall
Empowering Consumer-Centric Campaigns
Which? Launches a Festive Campaign to Empower Shoppers
April Fool's Lifestyle Collections
Nugget Introduced Its 'Most Trendiest - High Endiest' Line Yet
Streaming Music Pack Promotions
Rustlers Debuts a New Boost Your Burger Initiative with Spotify