Messi and Stanley: The Collaboration (in the Era of Crossing Marketing) That Revolutionizes the Market One Week Post-Launch

In this article, we will explore the key aspects of the Messi x Stanley 1913 collection and how this partnership fits into the concept of Crossing Marketing. Here are some highlights:

Innovation: The collection features unique products, such as the Quencher ProTour Flip Straw Tumbler and a precision mate system.

Cultural Connection: Messi infuses his personal and cultural experiences into the design of the line, underscoring the significance of mate in his life.

Market Impact: This collaboration strengthens Stanley's positioning in the sports and lifestyle product market.

View Both Commercials Here:

Commercial 1

Commercial 2

Highlighted Tips:

• Understanding Crossing Marketing: Collaborations like this utilize crossing to merge audiences and maximize impact.

• Authenticity in Branding: Brands must maintain a genuine connection with their ambassadors to resonate with their audience.

• Leveraging Influence: Collaborating with recognized figures can enhance a brand's visibility and credibility.

The Power of Collaboration

The Messi x Stanley 1913 Alliance
"Stanley has been a part of Leo's family and life since he was a child growing up in Argentina," states Matt Navarro, Global President of Stanley 1913. This authentic relationship has enabled the new collection to transcend mere product status, becoming an extension of Messi's life and culture. The collection incorporates innovations in design and functionality that reflect both parties' commitment to quality and performance.

Innovations in the Collection 

The "Messi GOAT Pink" collection includes a variety of products tailored to meet the needs of active consumers:

• Quencher ProTour Flip Straw Tumbler: A 1.18-liter tumbler with a flip straw, designed for those on the go.

• Mate System: An innovative system that allows for comfortable and efficient mate enjoyment.

• Stainless Steel Straw: Crafted for a purer and longer-lasting mate experience.

"We are obsessed with the consumer, and that is why we are constantly innovating to meet their needs," says Graham Nearn, Brand Director of Stanley 1913. This statement emphasizes the importance of understanding the target audience and adapting products that align with their lifestyles.

Marketing Considerations and Strategy

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Crossing Marketing: A Winning Strategy 

The concept of Crossing Marketing is predicated upon collaboration between brands and influential personalities to create a significant market impact, extending across various brands, shows, media, and product companies. Crossing is not merely about "exchange," but about creating new brand universes through enhanced synergy.

This strategy not only enables brands to access new audiences but also fortifies their positioning in the consumer's mind. The partnership between Messi and Stanley exemplifies how combining the authenticity of a public figure with product innovation can yield a unique value proposition.

Crossing is much more than a mere intersection; it is a new way to amplify a creation, where a product expands into content, stories, events, experiences, product extensions, category expansions, and various phydigital activations—from games to themed retail environments.

Crossing represents the ultimate marketing strategy for distinguishing oneself from machines that produce similar, cheaper products.

Crossing seeks the loftiest goal achievable by any brand, entrepreneur, or company: to delight and create a genuine experience of tangible value that resonates in the phydigital realm.

It is about crafting moments and experiences that enhance the concrete lives of individuals.

This is why it is so valuable and worthy of preservation. This is why it is so meticulous and requires substantial commitment and resources.

The Importance of Authenticity 

Authenticity is crucial in any collaboration. Messi is not merely the face of the collection; his emotional connection to Stanley as a lifelong user adds a layer of credibility. "It is an honor for me to team up with Stanley to innovate and design this collection," Messi emphasizes. This illustrates how brands can benefit from partnering with

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