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Marketing Diveby Chris KellyOctober 23, 2026

Campaign Trail: E.l.f. casts spell to deliver Y2K nostalgia to Gen Z

E.l.f. has launched a new campaign titled 'The e.l.f.ing Magical Sisters,' which draws inspiration from the Y2K nostalgia and the TV show 'Charmed' to appeal to Gen Z consumers ahead of Halloween. This campaign highlights the brand's strategy to connect with younger audiences through nostalgic references and entertainment.

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Marketing Dive: Created by the beauty marketer’s in-house entertainment arm, “The e.l.f.ing Magical Sisters” evokes memories of “Charmed” and ahead of Halloween.

Intelligence PanelSignal score: 70.5 / 100
Primary Signal
Emerging
Building momentum — trajectory being tracked
Brand Impact
Medium
Impact score: 70/100 — moderate relevance to positioning decisions
Novelty
Moderate
Novelty: 60/100 — iterative development of an existing theme
Action Priority
Soon
Flag for the next strategic review cycle
Scoring Rationale

The campaign effectively leverages nostalgia to engage a key demographic, showcasing a significant marketing strategy that is relevant to brand professionals, though the use of nostalgia in marketing is a common practice.

70
Impact
weight 35%
60
Novelty
weight 30%
80
Relevance
weight 35%
Brands Mentioned
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