MarketingIf there’s one truth about branding today, it’s that things move fast, trends evolve, consumer behaviour shifts, and what worked last year might not work next quarter. But some lessons never expire.
We’ve spent years exploring how design, emotion, and strategy come together to make brands memorable. And through our recent thought pieces, we’ve uncovered insights that help brands do more than just exist but help them stick.
So whether you’re a marketing lead, a business owner, or someone obsessed with great storytelling, here are 5 insightful reads from our blog that will sharpen your perspective on branding, marketing, and creativity.
13 Corporate Gift Ideas That Employees Will Actually Keep (Even After They Resign)
Theme: Employee recognition, retention, and emotional branding
Gifting isn’t just about courtesy — it’s about connection. In this article, we explore how HR teams and forward-thinking brands are reimagining corporate gifting as a strategic tool for loyalty and culture-building. From smart NFC sculptures to personalised desk keepsakes, these ideas help teams show appreciation that lasts long after the exit interview.
Read it here: 13 Corporate Gift Ideas That Employees Will Actually Keep
Branding Trends Forward-Thinking Marketers Are Betting On
Theme: The future of emotional branding
Visibility is easy; connection is rare. This piece breaks down the top branding trends shaping 2025, from tactile branding and purpose-led marketing to storytelling and personalisation. It’s a playbook for brands that want to be felt, not just seen.
Read it here: Branding Trends Forward-Thinking Marketers Are Betting On
Brands That Outlive Their Founders Have This One Thing in Common
Theme: Legacy, consistency, and design thinking
What makes a brand live beyond its founders? In this read, we unpack the hidden ingredient that keeps timeless brands relevant — clarity of identity. Learn how the world’s most enduring brands bake purpose, design, and emotional continuity into their DNA.
Read it here: Brands That Outlive Their Founders Have This One Thing in Common
Want Your Brand to Go Viral? Study This Giant Yellow Duck First
Theme: Virality, brand storytelling, and public art
What does a massive inflatable duck floating across cities have to do with branding? Everything. This story explores how simple, emotive visuals can turn into viral symbols — and how brands can use emotion, scale, and storytelling to spark global attention.
Read it here: Want Your Brand to Go Viral? Study This Giant Yellow Duck First
How to Make Your Brand Live on Their Desk, Not Just Online
Theme: Tangible branding and physical memory touchpoints
In a world obsessed with clicks, likes, and impressions, the real challenge is staying physically memorable. This article explores how branded objects — from keepsakes to custom design pieces — can make your brand part of people’s everyday lives, not just their feed.
Read it here: How to Make Your Brand Live on Their Desk, Not Just Online
Final Thoughts
Trends fade, campaigns end, but what people remember are stories, emotions, and objects that connect meaning to a brand.
These five reads capture the heartbeat of modern branding — how to stay human in a digital world.
If you’re building a brand that aims to outlive the noise, start with insight, creativity, and a partner that knows how to turn ideas into impact.
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