Why do most perfume/cologne commercials have the same unique structure?
Every perfume or cologne television commercial I can remember seeing follows the same formula:
- Cast a famous actor or athlete
- Place them in a whimsical or isolated environment
- Have them briefly do something simple (turn around, play guitar, run up stairs)
- Have them say something about the theme the scent is evoking (power, mystery, etc.)
- Show the perfume/cologne bottle
I’m sure I’m not the target audience, but this advertising doesn’t connect with me.
Moreover, I’m not aware of other products advertising campaigns with a similar style, let alone an entire industry. Why is this so common?
Posted Dec 3, 2025, 1:45 AM UTC
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