With Melbourne Cup looking fairly different this year, we thought we’d take a trip down memory lane to better times (2019).
Here, we take a look at the best, most extravagant brand activations from last year’s cup day, from the likes of Bumble, G.H. Mumm and Myer.
While you don your best fascinator and tracksuit pants, take a look at our favourite picks from Melbourne Cup 2019:
Bumble Queendom
Bumble Australia transformed their marquee into the “Bumble Queendom” this year, unveiling a pastel pink castle for their invited guests. The striking castle featured Bumble branding, as well as contrasting greenery which cascaded down the castle walls.
Inside, velvet chairs and pastel floral arrangements were the stand-out styling pieces, while pink cocktails and desserts were on offer to guests. Take a look inside the Queendom here:
Tabcorp’s floral marquee
Always one to make a statement, Tabcorp unveiled a show-stopping floral mural at this year’s Melbourne Cup.
The intricate, hand-painted mural by Apparition Media created a grand entrance to the marquee, while smaller murals could also be found inside.
Here are the mural painters in action:
Produced by Event Planet, the Tabcorp marquee also featured a floral media wall to match the mural. Hundreds of purple, blue and pink flowers completed the look, along with Tabcorp branding in subtle gold.
The Myer glam bar
Created by Solution Entertaiment, the Myer glam bar was a popular spot for punters to stop by and get their “photo finish”.
The custom-built activation featured hair and make-up stations, all dressed in on-trend pastel colours.
The G.H. Mumm hotel
Hands down one of the best brand activations this year was G.H. Mumm’s Parisian-inspired pop-up hotel, created by PIM Group.
With a dedicated concierge and staff all dressed in red, the marquee was a bold branding exercise where no detail was spared.
Along with free-flowing Champagne, guests were treated to a French-Asian fusion menu curated by chef Dan Hong.
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Channel 10 carousel
Bringing nostalgic vibes to the Melbourne Cup this year, Channel 10’s carousel was another stand-out brand activation.
Produced by Event Planet, the colourful carousel featured Channel 10 branding and proved a popular photo spot for guests during the day.
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