Absolut.Land Extends the Festival Experience to the Metaverse
Laura McQuarrie — April 11, 2022 — Tech
References: AbsolutLand & prnewswire
As the Official Vodka of Coachella, Absolut is extending its reach into the metaverse with the launch of Absolut.Land, which is described as a "one-of-a-kind blended activation by a liquor brand at a live event." This accessible new destination invites fans from all over the globe to immerse themselves in an experience that combines art, fashion, music and cocktails.
Inspired by Absolut products, the brand's heritage and passions, the virtual destination includes an Anti-Gravity Dance Floor, The Absolut Bar, a colorful Citron Media Room, plus a gallery, garden and a selfie room. Virtual visitors will also appreciate the Rainbow Rave and PRIDE Tunnel, which represent the brand's commitment and continued support of the LGBTQ+ community.
Inspired by Absolut products, the brand's heritage and passions, the virtual destination includes an Anti-Gravity Dance Floor, The Absolut Bar, a colorful Citron Media Room, plus a gallery, garden and a selfie room. Virtual visitors will also appreciate the Rainbow Rave and PRIDE Tunnel, which represent the brand's commitment and continued support of the LGBTQ+ community.
Trend Themes
1. Metaverse Activations - More brands are likely to extend their reach into the metaverse by creating virtual events and destinations that offer an interactive and immersive experience.
2. Virtual Reality Blend - Innovative creations that combine the real world with virtual experiences are likely to gain more popularity as they redefine the meaning and possibilities of immersive events.
3. Multi-sensory Experiences - As technology advances, brands could increasingly create virtual experiences that stimulate multiple senses, taking immersion to the next level.
Industry Implications
1. Beverage Industry - The beverage industry stands to benefit from metaverse experiences by creating virtual product activations and interactive promotions that engage customers from around the world.
2. Fashion Industry - Virtual reality is likely to become a disruptive innovation for the fashion industry as it enables unique fashion shows, shopping experiences and immersive trend research.
3. Music Industry - The music industry could tap into the metaverse by offering virtual concerts, merchandise that can be used in virtual reality and other innovative virtual experiences that can generate new streams of revenue.
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