From Buzz to Belonging: From Brand Moments to Brand Systems

Trending on Monday – forgotten by Friday. What’s going wrong? In a world of fragmented attention, brands chasing virality often miss the mark on lasting impact. The future of marketing isn’t louder messaging - it’s deeper cultural embedding.

This Thought Leadership paper introduces a modern marketing mindset: shifting from short-lived hype to meaningful belonging. Featuring examples from brands like Adidas, Spotify, and Miu Miu, we explore how cultural relevance is built - and how any brand can activate it through five key principles.

Cultural marketing isn’t a trend. It’s a strategic lever for sustainable growth, differentiated brand loyalty, and long-term market relevance.

Download our dentsu Central Europe Thought Leadership paper and discover how your brand can build cultural relevance through five actionable principles.


From Buzz to Belonging: From Brand Moments to Brand Systems