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Anyone remember Dr. Pepper-flavored lip gloss from Lip Smackers?

I'd venture a guess that many of you do, whether it was a staple of your own childhood or that of a loved one's.

There's something brilliant and memorable about that co-branded product: It's fun, unexpected, and involves a classic and timeless brand that's helped the flavor remain popular all the way from 1975 to present day.

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Anyone remember Dr. Pepper-flavored lip gloss from Lip Smackers?

I'd venture a guess that many of you do, whether it was a staple of your own childhood or that of a loved one's.

There's something brilliant and memorable about that co-branded product: It's fun, unexpected, and involves a classic and timeless brand that's helped the flavor remain popular all the way from 1975 to present day.

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We've all been a part of that group project. You know, the project where one person takes the lead, leading some members to conclude their ideas are unwelcome, while a select few ride the others' coattails.

Thanks to experiences like this, it's no surprise why so many people have been scarred by the nightmares of past group projects.

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When it comes down to it, the underlying goal of any type of advertising is to solidify a company’s brand identity in the minds of consumers. Brands who succeed in doing this become virtually synonymous with goods or services: Starbucks to coffee; Coca-Cola to soft drinks; Nike to athletic equipment.