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Meme Your Way to the Cart: Gymshark’s Clever Black Friday Strategy
Picture this:
You’re mindlessly scrolling through your feed, dodging yet another ad for a questionable gadget (seriously, who buys a USB-powered egg cooker?).
And then it happens—you’re stopped in your tracks by Gymshark’s Black Friday sale ad.
The puzzle piece visual? Genius.
The promise of up to 70% off? Even better.
My workout wardrobe (and budget) felt seen.
Let’s unpack why this ad works, how it hooks you in, and what the landing page delivers once you click through.
Here’s the plug:
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The Ad Breakdown: Clever, Relatable, and Meme-Worthy
Gymshark knows their audience.
This ad is a masterclass in creativity, subtly disguising a sale within a meme-inspired visual while driving urgency and engagement. Here’s why it works so well: