Brands look to sparkle on Guy Fawkes night - featuring Weetabix, Paddy Power and Guinness
Happy 5th of November. Bonfire night is finally here but it would not be a semi-important calendar event without brands jumping on the bandwagon on their social channels.
Starbuck's entry into the bonfire night Twittersphere
Here are some of the many wide and wonderful Twitter entries from some of the UK's most recognisable brands.
First up is Weetabix's breakfast fireworks display.
Everyone knows to look up at the sky on #BonfireNight but have you ever thought to look down at your bowl? pic.twitter.com/dvHZhcjF9S
— Weetabix (@weetabix) November 5, 2014
This is followed by Jamie Oliver's wholesome recipes - which will make you want to stay in, away from the cold.
#RecipeOfTheDay Winter nights chilli - Moreish spicy & a total joy #BonfireNight #ComfortFood http://t.co/xS8LtKLaKJ pic.twitter.com/tYRkYKAIlR — Jamie Oliver (@jamieoliver) November 5, 2014As usual, Paddy Power provides its followers with some stellar safety tips.
Ahhh, the perfect combination... pic.twitter.com/pUobl3rXyT
— Paddy Power (@paddypower) November 5, 2014
Guinness believes it's the simplest ideas that sparkle. Drinking while using fireworks however is not a 'sparkling' idea contrary to Paddy Power's advice above.
Sometimes it's the simplest ideas that sparkle. --- Enjoy fireworks responsibly. #GuyFawkes #BonfireNight pic.twitter.com/dvDnK6H1k7 — Guinness GB (@GuinnessGB) November 5, 2014Swarvoski believes an evening of explosions is the perfect time to pitch its sparkling bracelets.
Sparkle this #BonfireNight with our Stardust bracelets. The perfect seasonal look! #SwarovskiPerfectGift pic.twitter.com/JVNG4N6iGw
— Swarovski UK (@SwarovskiUK) November 5, 2014
Iconic guitar brand Stratocaster warns its followers of a highly unlikely disaster - the destuction of a vintage shredder through the use of an explosive.
Remember remember the fifth of November (keep your Strats safe inside….) #Nov5th #fireworks #BonfireNight pic.twitter.com/LH1khg5cWz
— Fender® UK & ROI (@FenderGBI) November 5, 2014
Android warns its users to stay safe in a move which is very considerate of Google's operating system.
Fireworks, check! We're all set for @CP_Fireworks! #androidify yourself → http://t.co/mAjvAFStLH #BonfireNight pic.twitter.com/RoEUYO1gfy — Android (@Android) November 5, 2014LG shows the imminent destruction of an undeserving woodland creature trying to prove some macabre point.
Happy 5th of November everyone! Remember to be SMART and stay SAFE at your #GuyFawkes bonfire night tonight! pic.twitter.com/YN03570fT5 — LG Electronics UK (@LGUK) November 5, 2014And Starbucks UK posts a picture likely to get anyone in the mood for a hot drink.
Remember, remember... #BonfireNight #RedCups pic.twitter.com/JtYvrtsZnx — Starbucks UK (@StarbucksUK) November 5, 2014Innocent Drinks pitches in with a pun. Happy Guy Forks Day!
It's Guy Forks Day. pic.twitter.com/QpixtughLm — innocent drinks (@innocentdrinks) November 5, 2014And finally, Betfair Poker makes a good point. Why ever leave the house when you have YouTube?
I don't know why anyone would pay to watch fireworks when you can just watch them for free on Youtube. — Betfair Poker (@Betfairpoker) November 5, 2014Tweet any bonfire night brand messages we might have missed @TheDrum on Twitter. And stay safe tonight.