# Ad summary
A creator showcases a recent haul from Whatnot, highlighting the variety of items available on the live shopping platform.
# Brand positioning
Whatnot is presented as a live-selling platform where users can purchase a wide array of collectibles and vintage items. The brand aims to occupy a space in the consumer's mind as a go-to for unique finds, offering everything from vintage clothing to sneakers, trading cards, and collectibles. Whatnot positions itself as a user-friendly marketplace where anyone can find treasures, particularly those interested in specific categories and the thrill of live auctions or deals. The brand aligns with values of discovery and community engagement. The brand ignores the traditional norms of retail by offering a live shopping experience, creating a sense of excitement and urgency.
# Product
The products featured in this ad are a collection of vintage clothing items and collectibles purchased on the Whatnot live-selling platform. The creator displays items from his recent haul, including a vintage Quicksilver long-sleeve shirt, a 2003 Pink Floyd band tee, a 1993 Budweiser Clydesdale t-shirt, a 90s Florida Gators t-shirt, Disney-themed apparel such as a Donald Duck t-shirt, a Tinkerbell t-shirt, and a Tigger sweatshirt. Also featured are Polo Ralph Lauren pieces: a crewneck sweatshirt, a t-shirt, and a zip-up hoodie. These items are for people interested in vintage, collectibles, and Disney-themed apparel.
# Visual style
The ad has a casual, UGC-style aesthetic, as if the creator is speaking directly to friends. The editing style includes quick cuts and static shots. The production quality feels authentic and personal. The pacing is consistent, keeping the viewer engaged with a steady flow of content. The audio-visual sync is smooth, with text overlays timed to emphasize key points in the voiceover.
# Hooks
Spoken: I got this entire haul for only $200...
Text overlay: $200!
Visual: 00:00–00:02 The shot shows the creator holding up a blue IKEA bag filled with various clothing items and boxes. The background is a neutral wall with the 'OFF-WHITE' logo visible. The man is smiling and looking directly at the camera.
# Funnel stage
Consideration
# Pain points
The ad implies a frustration with the high costs of vintage and collectible items, which can be difficult to source at affordable prices.
# Value propositions
- I got this entire haul for only $200 - Find incredible deals and value.
- I won this on auction for only $17 - Win auctions.
- Get that free shipping - Get free shipping.
- One day I was just doing dishes, and they hopped on live on whatnot, so I jumped in - Buy the products you want in a quick and easy way with live shopping.
# Benefits
- Potential for scoring deals
- Affordable vintage apparel
- Variety of collectibles
- Convenience and spontaneity of shopping
- Range of interests, styles, and ages
- Easy to find family items
# Features
- Live selling platform
- Wide array of categories
- Items from vintage, to sneakers, to trading cards, collectibles
- Auctions
- Free shipping
- Interface and category options
- Disney apparel
# Call to action
Go download whatnot
# Social proof
- "Reset St. Louis" - The creator calls out a retailer by name in the ad, indicating a prior experience with their store and building trust in the platform.
- "If you know me at all, you know I collect band tees..." - Male 1 (Creator) mentions his personal affinity for a specific type of item and implies personal use of the app.
# Point of view
- Customer 100% – The entire ad is delivered from the point of view of a user who has found the product helpful.
# Storyline
- 00:00–00:02 00:00–00:02 The creator presents a full bag of items, stating he acquired the entire haul for only $200, creating a sense of value and discovery from the customer's perspective and hinting at the potential for scoring deals. This moment is designed to grab attention and establish the premise of the ad.
- 00:02–00:05 00:02–00:05 He reveals that he made the purchases on Whatnot, introducing the platform as the enabler of the great value. This segment serves to transition the focus to the app while building curiosity about its functionality from the creator's perspective, delivered in a casual, enthusiastic tone.
- 00:05–00:11 00:05–00:11 He describes Whatnot as a live-selling platform with many different categories, using app interface visuals to reinforce the message and show the diversity of available items from the Brand perspective. The creator showcases Whatnot's wide array of product types and low prices, with an enthusiastic tone.
- 00:11–00:19 00:11–00:19 He introduces the first item, a vintage Quicksilver long-sleeve shirt, which he won in an auction for only $17. This serves as tangible proof of the potential for finding affordable vintage apparel on Whatnot, enhancing credibility from the customer's perspective with a positive, surprised tone.
- 00:20–00:26 00:20–00:26 He showcases another vintage item, a 2003 Pink Floyd t-shirt, bought for only $23, catering to those interested in band tees from the customer's perspective. The tone is enthusiastic.
- 00:27–00:38 00:27–00:38 He displays his favorite t-shirt pick-ups, a 1993 Budweiser Clydesdale tee and an early 90s Florida Gators tee, emphasizing vintage appeal. This adds depth to the haul, showcasing more niche vintage collectibles from the customer's perspective with an enthusiastic tone.
- 00:39–00:49 00:39–00:49 He reveals Disney-themed apparel purchased for his daughter and wife, a Donald Duck t-shirt, a Tinkerbell t-shirt, and a Tigger sweatshirt, adding a personal touch. This segment illustrates the platform's appeal to a broad demographic, including those looking for family items from the customer's perspective with a casual, friendly tone.
- 00:50–00:57 00:50–00:57 He shouts out Reset St. Louis, the retailer where he bought the Disney items, and describes buying them while doing dishes, on Whatnot, while referencing the free shipping. This emphasizes the convenience and spontaneity of shopping on Whatnot, presented from the customer's perspective with a personal tone.
- 00:58–01:09 00:58–01:09 He shows off three Polo Ralph Lauren pieces, including a crewneck, a t-shirt, and a zip-up hoodie. This shows variety, proving that the platform caters to a range of interests, styles, and ages from the customer's perspective with an excited, satisfied tone.
- 01:10–01:16 01:10–01:16 He then prompts the audience to comment on the haul and download the Whatnot app. The purpose is to drive engagement and encourage downloads of the app, while the creator gives one last satisfied look at his haul from the customer's perspective with an enthusiastic tone.