Always the Real Deal

WSS

Always the Real Deal

Approach

We took a culturally resonant approach centered on the idea of *El Real Deal*—a celebration of real products, real emotions, and real connections. Through the lens of vibrant Latino holiday experiences, we crafted a narrative that showcased WSS as an essential part of these tight-knit moments. Our campaign combined emotional storytelling with a clear product angle, highlighting the diversity within the Latino community and the joy of finding and giving the perfect gift. True and vulnerable cultural pride was the beating heart of this strategy.

Challenge

WSS sought to connect with Latino families during the holiday season—a time of tradition, togetherness, and heartfelt gift-giving. This came as an opportunity to position WSS products as the perfect holiday gifts while celebrating genuine emotions and the cultural richness of Latino family gatherings. In a time of overly curated content, WSS aimed to highlight real and inclusive moments of joyous, unscripted reactions.

Solution

Our solution was the *”Always the Real Deal”* campaign, a celebration of togetherness that brought WSS products to life within the context of a Mexican-American family’s holiday celebrations. Through vibrant scenes of cooking, playing, and gift-giving, we brought to life how WSS enhances every moment of connection and tradition. The campaign featured diverse casting, multi-generational interactions, and natural product integrations, positioning WSS as a brand that understands and celebrates community. By capturing genuine emotions and cultural nuances, we created a powerful anthem that resonated deeply with Latino consumers, making WSS the go-to destination for holiday gifting.

Three promotional graphics with text advertising holiday and Black Friday deals. The third image shows a person holding a pair of sneakers in front of a decorated tree.
Collage of people with shoes under a "Siempre The Real Deal" banner, featuring smiling individuals showcasing footwear gifts in a festive setting.
Posters on a wall feature "The Real Deal" Black Friday sale text in English and Spanish, alongside an image of a person joyfully opening a gift.
Street scene with a "No Stopping" sign and a wall displaying green posters with abstract tree designs and the words "Always the Real Deal." A building and palm tree are visible in the background.
Girl smiling, holding a blue Puma sneaker in front of a Christmas tree with lights and a lamp in the background.
An elderly woman with gray hair smiles while holding up a yellow and green Nike sneaker, wearing a pink and purple jacket.
A girl excitedly holds up a pair of pink Nike sneakers from an open box. Christmas tree and gifts are in the background.