A close friend of mine has always said that nothing spells the beginning of the holiday season more than the moment when Christmas spots start hitting the screen. They are an inevitable force of nature, capable of turning us into the most nostalgic and sentimental of creatures.

Just like last year, I was interested in sharing those ads I considered to deliver the Christmas spirit with joyful humour and emotional significance, but especially those who reflect our beloved traditions. After all, isn’t that what advertising is all about?

Here are More than Branding’s Favorite Ads of 2011:

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John Lewis

Title: ”For gifts you can’t wait to give”

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eBay

Title: “12 days of Christmas”

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Sky Movies

Title: “Christmas”

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Coca-Cola

Title: “Shake up Christmas/Snow Globes”

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Target

Title: ”2-day sale- She’s baack!”

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Marks & Spencer

Title: “Christmas Advert”

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Coca-Cola

Title:“El Camión de la Felicidad” (The Happiness Truck)

Have you enjoyed any particular Christmas ad? Send it over, we’d love to check it out!

Happy Holidays everyone!

By Maria Elena Moré

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‘Tis the season everyone… the season for ads that touch our heart with the joy of Christmas. These are the brands that capture the lights, warmth and love of the holiday season, and who put their effort in wishing Merry Christmas to all of us…

Here are More Than Branding’s favorite Christmas spots (so far) for 2010:

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Apple- iPhone 4

Title: “Under the covers”

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Coca-Cola

Title: “Snow Globes”

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McDonald’s

Title: “McDonald’s Festive Menu”

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Target *

Title: “Is it time yet? I can’t wait.”

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Amazon

Title: “Kindle Holiday Ad”

Title: “Zest”

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Stella Artois

Title: “Ice Lounge”

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John Lewis

Title: “Christmas Advert 2010″

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BMW

Title: “Christmas Card 2010″

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Stumbled upon a great ad? Send it over so we can add it to the list!

By Maria Elena Moré
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* Submitted by Bianca Stefan.

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