Hera Creative Design

19/03/2026

Our latest article explores the increasing troubles caused by the former Prince Andrew and the effect it is having on the Royal Brand

https://heracreative.design/2026/03/19/prince-andrew-crisis-and-the-royal-brand/

04/12/2025

Did Coca Cola invent Christmas?

Many people believe the brand shaped the modern festive season, but the real story is more interesting. In our latest blog, we explore how Coca Cola did not create Christmas or the modern image of Santa, yet still became one of the biggest cultural influences on how we experience the holidays today.

From redefining seasonal advertising to embedding a sense of warmth and nostalgia into their campaigns, Coca Cola changed the way the world celebrates.

Read the full breakdown here: https://heracreative.design/2025/12/03/did-coca-cola-invent-christmas/

Coca-Cola's impact on holiday emotions is profound. Find out how it became synonymous with the joys of Christmas.

21/11/2025

Why Dutch Barn Vodka and Ricky Gervais Are Rewriting the Celebrity Branding Rulebook

The vodka shelf. A world of over-polished labels, predictable launch selfies and borrowed celebrity faces. Enter Dutch Barn Vodka. It isn’t simply another celebrity-backed spirit; it’s a brand with guts, built from British apples, crafted sustainably and fronted by Ricky Gervais with the authority of someone who knows you’re not buying a fantasy, you’re buying something real.

From bold taglines like “This won’t change your life.” to ads that lean into rejection rather than gloss over it, Dutch Barn breaks the formula, turns tension into traction and stakes a claim in the spirits category with authenticity and strategy.

If you’re in brand strategy or building a premium positioning, there’s no better case right now to study. What can your brand learn from Dutch Barn’s mix of cultural clarity, marketing edge and genuine substance?

Check out Rebecca's latest article here -

Discover how Dutch Barn Vodka is revolutionizing the spirits scene, bringing a fresh energy to traditional vodka.

21/11/2025

Today’s Poll:

Should the UK follow Australia and ban social media for anyone under 16?

(For context: Meta has reportedly started emailing all under-16s in Australia to say their accounts are being shut down.)

Here’s how to vote:

Under 30 & think YES — Hit the LIKE emoji
Under 30 & think NO — Hit the LOVE emoji
30+ & think YES — Tap the CARE emoji
30+ & think NO — Go for the HAHA emoji

20/11/2025

Have you seen the latest from ? We love what he's been doing with lately and we think its genius marketing...but what do you think? Is Ricky smashing it out of the park or is his style of marketing a bit too close to the bone? Let us know in the poll below!

31/10/2025

This is part of our mission to get companies to take a look at their brand from their customers perspective 💪🤙

Ever fancied getting paid to visit restaurants, shops, or hotels... and give your honest feedback?

The Brand Framework is expanding our Customer Experience (CX) Audit Team and we’re looking for mystery shoppers to join us!

What you’ll do:
• Visit local businesses anonymously
• Rate your experience
• Submit a short online report

What you’ll get:
• Paid per assignment
• Reimbursements for meals or purchases
• Flexible schedule (you choose when and where)

We’re looking for detail-oriented, reliable people across the Isle of Wight and South Coast.

Sound like fun?
Apply now: https://forms.gle/zf65SeuWdtPwx5x1A

24/10/2025

Stop the bu****it!

Building a brand without the confusion.

This is a simple brand script you can use today. It helps with brand clarity, brand positioning, and clean messaging for a personal brand or small business.

Copy and fill:

I help [audience] get [result] without [pain] using [method].

Proof: [win, metric, client result].

Next step: [book a call, join the list, buy now].

If your brand feels fuzzy, fix these five parts.

Who you help.
The problem.
The promise.
Proof.
One next step.

Clear brands sell more because people know what they get and how to get it.

15/10/2025

Did you know, you have more control over your personal brand than you think!

Here's a clip of our MD from the upcoming Engaged Marketer podcast.

13/10/2025

So many business owners feel like their brand isn’t quite landing the way it should.

They’ve got a great product, a solid message, and genuine passion...but something still feels off.

In our latest article, we break down what brand coaching really means and how it helps you:

Get clarity on what your brand stands for.

Align your message so it actually connects with your audience

Build consistency across every touch point.

And gain the confidence to show up as your brand with purpose and direction.

Brand coaching isn’t about creating something new. It’s about uncovering what’s already there and giving it the structure to grow.

You can read the full article here:

https://heracreative.design/2025/10/13/what-is-brand-coaching/

Uncover what is brand coaching and understand how it can transform your brand into one that truly connects with customers.