Demikini
• A launch burst of publicity for a newcomer brand targeting women
who like to sunbathe (incorporating exclusive ‘gel technology’)
which ended up on the front pages of every tabloid, with exclusive coverage
on TV as well (3 minutes on Richard & Judy and 2 minutes on GMTV, BBC
Manchester and CNN)
• The brand building campaign was created by strategically placing news
editorial to communicate product as unique, innovative and stylish, the 'must
have' accessory for your holiday. The inventor, Jill Silver, was heroed as
successful career woman and the brains behind the brand and photographic collateral
was used to bring the products to life
• Question devoted to Demikini on 'Have I Got News for You'
• £1.4 million worth of editorial coverage extending to Canada,
South Africa and Europe (source: BRAD). Demikini sold out in Harrods after
2 weeks. House of Fraser extended its order to include all stores (previously
20 stores) and www.figleaves.com received 1,500 hits within 3 hours of launch
(its top product, Wonderbra normally receives 1,200 hits per week)