Advent calendar products diverge from their typical focus on chocolate
Implications - As a "giftable" and highly experiential holiday product, it's no surprise that the advent calendar is being reinvented to feature a wide variety of food products aside from the classic chocolate style. As well, the design of the advent calendar provides an added benefit to brands as it allows them to showcase a variety of products at once.
Workshop Question - What tweaks would need to be made to your packaging or positioning in order to make your offerings appear more "giftable" or shareable?
Trend Themes
1. Diverse Product Offerings - Advent calendars are being reinvented to feature a wide variety of food products aside from the classic chocolate style, providing an opportunity for brands to showcase a variety of products at once.
2. Personalization and Nostalgia - There is a trend towards personalized and nostalgic advent calendars that offer a trip down memory lane, and a chance to add meaning to the holiday season.
3. Minimalist Design - Many advent calendars are featuring minimalist branding that gives them a cohesive aesthetic, even when the flavors of the products inside differ greatly.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - There is an opportunity for food and beverage brands to showcase a wide variety of their products in advent calendars.
2. Personal Care - Offering personalized and nostalgic collections of personal care products in advent calendars is becoming increasingly popular.
3. Marketing and Advertising - Minimalist design and creative product offerings in advent calendars offer brands a unique opportunity for creative marketing and advertising campaigns.
