we recall being told “the right attitude will get you everywhere” hi there… here is some of our latest works for vans… a california streetwear company many of us here, grew up with, and introduced to our kids. what we loved about vans was its inclusiveness and its laid-back attitude… vans heritage […]
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Press: V-Magazine on the legend of ward the man behind Wardements
“it all started in the basement…” that will get you reading on wouldn’t it? the “legendary hair stylist” story started in the basement, but this started initially as a joke—it’s in ward’s nature to push some buttons and make people laugh. if you follow him on instagram, you get to know his playful side…”
press: ucef hanjani in the new yorker magazine volume 05
“co-founder and creative director, ucef hanjani, photographed by wataru shimosato for the new yorker magazine – japan, in their street style portraits volume 05 and 21…”
advertising: “never underdressed” london digital advertising
director/photographer karen collins collaborates with ceft and company on the conception and production of the ethereal series, never underdressed. set in a red room and featuring model cris herrmann (celine, vivienne westwood, calvin klein, paul & joe, alexis mabille) this is a series of seven short and enigmatic vignettes for never underdressed digital advertising […]
press: nars cosmetics rolls out new social media strategy
“social media is a challenging medium for luxury brands. while it’s tempting and advantageous, it comes with many perils, namely lack of control and placement and associations with mass outlets. for NARS it was quite apparent that we had to start from scratch and custom build a website that was within the brands aesthetic and sensibility, while incorporating as many available social media channels as possible…”
social media: “stranger than paradise” social media campaign for salon des alt
ceft and company created this visual campaign consisting of 26 short 5-second clips, intended for digital billboards, instagram stories and highlights. the idea was to draw attention by creating unexpected clips that felt “produced” and worthy of viewing without them being too costly… the end goal was to create show-stopping clips that encourage re-posting […]
collateral: double eleven unisex collection look book + social media content
collateral piece designed and produced by ceft and company for double eleven unisex line mindfully produced luxury utility wear by double eleven – utilizing repurposed materials from vintage tents, parachutes, and other fabrics – immaculately tailored and lined with the finest silk ceft and company proposed the creative talent behind the photoshoot that include photographer […]
social media: “stranger than paradise” 1/3 social media campaign for salon des alt
ceft and company created this visual campaign consisting of 26 short 5-second clips, intended for digital billboards, instagram stories and highlights. the idea was to draw attention by creating unexpected clips that felt “produced” and worthy of viewing without them being too costly… the end goal was to create show-stopping clips that encourage re-posting and […]
Digital: Havoc second screen ipad app, UI and UX development
second screen app designed by ceft and company: identity, design, UI and UX in partnership with new york digital labs. setting screen displays user credentials and badges as well as user entered info. frequent users earn badges that gives committed users control and power on what the network broadcasts. the second screen app is synced […]
collateral: google products influencer kit proposal
as part of their influencer marketing plan, google sent select individuals special kits containing their state of the art products. each kit was curated with key products, with each recipient in mind. a premium and ultra premium kit was to be created. the kits had to accommodate various modes of transport: hand delivery to the […]
social media: donald pliner’s “the art of fun” instagram takeover
after the completion of our “art of fun” campaign for donald pliner, ceft and company’s involvement expanded into the brand’s social media channels (an area where the brand needed some help). the instagram visual takeover spanned just over four weeks, and provided a perfect opportunity to continue the “art of fun” platform and express the […]
mobile app: modular e-commerce mobile app for white house black market
work-kit is a line of fashion work wear created by white house black market. what is unique about the line is that all the pieces work seamlessly together. meaning, you can mix any top from the collection with any bottom and make it look like a set, with corresponding buttons and all… the modern working […]
SOCIAL MEDIA/DIGITAL: ALFAONE CONCIERGE consulting
alfaone concierge, a premium travel concierge service catering to a young but ultra wealthy international clientele, engaged ceft and company on a consulting capacity. here are some of the results from that collaboration. the target audience is tech savvy and very active on social media. website assessment and recommendation, on not just the appearance of […]
branding: Timberland Overview Case Study Video
the scope of our collaboration with timberland visionary CMO and bringing a new voice to this historic brand. from advertising, to web and in-store content, to social media, events, digital showrooms, and e-commerce. a case study in success… and this just in… what incredible results… within 26 months of this ongoing […]
Digital: vidflow music video app design, UI and UX development
app design for ios, android and desktop. “change the way you love your music”… ceft and company new york’s engagement with norwegian tech firm, vidflow, included the identity design for the company as well as the development of the company’s product: an app optimized for ios and android devices, as well as a fully-scalable desktop […]
social media: nars cosmetics first social media campaign
fully integrated with facebook, the social media site will auto post entries on facebook. the face-pile module allows users to see like-minded friends who have also joined the experience. social media modules allow users to invite friends to the challenge or upload an entry image with comments. posted comments on the NARS site can be shared […]
digital: krug champagne community website, an exclusive members-only website for “cabinet de curiosites” campaign
a printed invitation for current krug clientele, as well as select mailing-lists (amex black and platinum), requesting members to join-in on this special community site. “welcome to the krug cabinet website” as an invited member, you enjoy privileged access to exclusive krug offerings, such as: 1- uploading your own […]
fashion: ceft x wardements V-3d beanie at the v magazine pop-up event
wardements pop-up shop by V magazine presented by inez and vinoodh during new york fashion week friends, georgia fowler and alexandra agoston “see the world through wards eyes” the limited production ceft x wardements V-3d beanie along with wardements deck of playing cards designed by ceft and company exclusively for the event were on hand […]
strategy/positioning: revlon’s charlie – how to bring a ‘heritage brand’ back into the limelight
great history for one of the most successful fragrance brands of all time. charlie changed the world of perfume with a wink. an “a-to-z” brand stewardship is key in any revamping. plans for a limited-edition perfume launch are essential in recapturing the lead perfume position charlie once had. while charlie lost ground in the past […]
digital: dl fit iphone app featuring daniel loigerot
daniel loigerot, the renowned pilates trainer behind dl fit, who trains not only the girls at victoria’s secret but also a long list of celebrities, has finally launched an app for the the general public. the app is for those who simply cannot afford the time nor the expenses this requires. ceft and company is […]
advertising: more “never underdressed” london underground digital advertising
moving pictures: digital advertising – outdoor screens and on social media digital outdoor adverting: london tube station and new york subway director/photographer karen collins collaborates with ceft and company on the conception and production of the ethereal series, never underdressed. set in a red room and featuring model cris herrmann (celine, vivienne […]
digital: nars cosmetics “makeup your mind” ipad optimized website
while not an ipad app, the NARS website (www.makeupyourmind.com) coding was done in a manner which allowed users to interact, view, vote and comment on the site using an ipad or smart device. the website, designed and produced by ceft and company new york, was the answer to NARS’s desire to broaden its audience and create […]
case study: white house black market coco rocha tap dance commercial
ceft and company collaborated with fashion retailer white house black market for a span of approximately 14 months, producing three television spots. the spots proved to be successful for the company, boosting traffic to their stores and creating brand recognition in the industry. the company’s stock skyrocketed within 12 months of partnership, and while not […]
digital: nars cosmetics “makeup your mind” contest facebook app
ceft and company’s award winning social media campaign for NARS also included a custom fangate on facebook that encouraged users to “like” the NARS facebook page in order to get inside. once there, a custom app allowed users to see the “live feed” of top candidates from the NARS “makeup your mind, express yourself” contest. the contestants sat […]