With plenty of people sure to panic-purchase gifts, roses, chocolates and cards with cutesy messages, brands are determined to leverage the big “V” - VDay opportunity. But how to cut through the cluttered market is a question. This year’s Valentine’s Day, some witty cross-brands partnerships are stirring up the heat for this special day.

1. New York Manhattan - Tiffany & Co. x Flowerbx

Tiffany partnered with an online flower delivery service Flowerbx to open a two-week pop-up flower shop inside its store in Manhattan. The pop-up Instagram-ready florist is called Tiffany Flagship Next Door, where people can purchase a bundle of bouquets for real, starting from £85, all potted plants all in Tiffany vases. A tactical way to target the wider audience and drive footfall to its shop.

2. Singapore - KFC x Deliveroo

KFC and Deliveroo created a limited edition “Will Delive-Roo Be My Valentine” ring to help customers to surprise their loved one on Valentine's Day. This ‘perfect ring’ is designed with the iconic KFC bucket featuring a Deliveroo logo, presented in a Tiffany-look-alike box. How to get it? Guests can order the KFC Valentine’s Day Combo via the Deliveroo App at selected 6 Singapore stores on 13th February. Though we’re not sure if your other half would be impressed by this ‘ring’, the campaign is a great way to generate some PR buzz for both brands.

3. US - Burger King x Warner Bros.

The new Warner Bros movie Harley Quinn: Birds of Prey finds a new way for people to channel their resentment towards the ex-lovers into energy (quite literally). The movie is about how a heroine - Harry - strives unremittingly after her break-up with his lover Joker. In the States, people can bring a printed photo of their abhorred ex to Birds of Prey-themed “break-up boxes'” at the select Burger King to exchange for a Whopper. Tied in with the movie theme, the activity targets to attract singles and avid fans of the movies.

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