Brands That Were Clearly Thinking Outside The Box

What's in a brand?

We've seen brands take on some sort of action just to keep their business alive and make as much profit as they possibly could. Some brands get creative with their marketing, while others just go above and beyond and come up with something spectacular to treat their consumers.

Facts about what's inside toothpaste or ways to save the environment are one of the many moments when brands were clearly thinking outside of the box.

Beetle Coffeeshop

The mug on the car doesn't like it's bolted into the top. You have to wonder how many times people pulled over to tell them there's a giant coffee cup on the car. It would be cool if they made it similar to Monk's Cafe like the one from Friends.

Orange You Glad There's A Machine For That?

If you've seen The Simpsons episode when Troy McClure squeezes oranges, it's pretty obvious that the show predicted the future once again. For five bucks, a machine squeezes your oranges. It won't be long before there's a vending machine that peels your apples and bananas for you.

Grocery Shopping Just Got Easier

Magnifying glasses on shopping carts help us have a better look at the quality of the produce we buy. This is especially helpful when trying to read the fine print on labels, which are always so small. What are they trying to hide?

Grocery shopping just got better and the magnifying glass will help you find recycled products which you'll see soon!

ATM Thank You Screen

Four TD Banks across Canada invited customers to test out a new model of the ATM. Rather than pay bills or get cash, they found out that they were actually Automated Thanking Machines. The machine spat out gifts, convincing others to maybe switch to their bank after seeing this.

How Do You Feel About Being At The Airport?

According to the chocolate bars, people feel 'blah' when they are at the airport. Can you blame them? Waiting at the airport is much worse than sitting in traffic on the highway. Even the colors on the wrappers are based on the mood too. More airports should do something like this.

Saving The Planet

This is really neat and a unique way to save the environment. Considering how big and bulky detergent bottles can be, finding a way to be eco-friendly is a huge win. It could be a no-name brand, but this one, in particular, was thinking outside the box.

When you use it, be sure to have the laundry symbol chart with you. You'll see why in a bit.

Airplane Sink

An airport bathroom sink that looks like an airplane in Minnesota is legit. This is perfect for those weary travelers who just woke up from a long nap on the plane, only to get to the bathroom and have no idea where they are. They look down, bam, airplane. They must be at the airport.

Handicap Parking Sign

We need more parking signs like this. Instead of the traditional sign, putting all three of these in one really brings us together. It doesn't exclude the major disabilities and it makes us feel equal. Hopefully, we will see more signs being used on buses, trains, and subways.

The Long Awaited Explanation

This super helpful graphic can really make a college student's life much easier. It includes what each laundry symbol means instead of being clueless and throwing all your clothes in one wash.

Knowledge like this makes you wonder about other things we use, like what exactly is in toothpaste? You'll find out shortly!

Dogs With Jobs Are Cool

A dog like this has its priorities in order. All my dog would do is shrug this off, eat the whole pizza, then take a nap. It's even perfect for college students! All they have to do for a tip is give the dog the best belly rub they ever had.

Customer Service At Its Finest

Being a good citizen means going a step further to help out others. This Wendy's employee did just that when he grabbed an umbrella from one of the tables and walked the elderly man to his vehicle. Sometimes, it's great to see people who show that random act of kindness.

Facts About Toothpaste

A toothpaste that describes each ingredient is rather intriguing. It would be ideal for aspiring dental hygienists to pick up this toothpaste and do their homework before they hit the field.

Wait until you see why somebody would actually make a map for the bathroom!

Chia Pet's Newest Addition

You know you live in the future when it's okay to make chia pets with an emoji and the classic Bob Ross. Most people would go for the Ross chia pet since the artist is as amazing as the plant. They look like funny gifts for that one relative who's amused by anything.

Beer Advent Calendar

Not only do stores sell chocolate advent calendars, but there's one specifically for adults too! Instead of chocolate, you get a different type of beer leading up to Christmas Day. The best part about it would definitely be coming home after a long day and cracking open one of these bad boys.

Men's Bathroom Map

It's good to see at least one brand go above and beyond with washroom signs. Think of this as the bathroom edition of the Maurader's Map from Harry Potter. This is going to help so many intoxicated men not get lost trying to find the stall. Hopefully, there's some spray they can use which you'll see soon!

Share A Coke

Ever since the Share A Coke campaign started in 2014, it became one of the most popular promotions in a long time. There are names for pretty much everybody, unless of course, you're one of those unique few with an uncommon name. Years later, I still have yet to find my name on one.

Clever Pizza Ad

Talk about taking an advertisement to a whole new level. This pretty much sums up how we devour a pizza anyways. The amount of cheese that's strung on it will make any driver hungry for a tasty za. Heck, even Papa John's or Pizza Hut couldn't come up with something like this.

So Fresh, So Clean

That looks like your everyday air freshener that kills more than bacteria — it also kills viruses. It's a Chinese product, but it should make it's way to North America. Breaking down the spray to a molecular level should be a real hit for that Breaking Bad fan in your life. A spray like this would be ideal to use after your dad comes out of the bathroom after his regular bowel movement.

I Am Canadian

Molson Canadian created a two-year ad campaign that's all about Canada's multiculturalism. The fridge required Canadians to say "I Am Canadian" in six different languages. Once the languages are spoken, the fridge opens up with a load of cold ones for everyone to share, because really, Canadians love their beer.

Steve Harvey Bacon

We had to save the best for last because it's Steve Harvey. Easy cooking bacon never looked so good before. As a precaution, do NOT wake up to the smell of crackling bacon beside your bed, or else you'll end with a bubble wrap cast like Michael Scott from The Office.