OREM – Communication Strategy to enhance Brand Identity of high-end Japanese fabric curtain products
Introduction ✪ Project: Brand Awareness Communication Strategy ✪ Brand: OREM ✪ Field: Manufacturing – Export ✪ Implementation time: 6 months Background OREM is a high-end designer curtain brand under ODA Vietnam Co., Ltd. Developed on the basis of advanced production techniques and modern design thinking, OREM offers exclusive Japanese-style curtains, clearly expressing the aesthetic taste and sophisticated lifestyle of customers. The diverse product portfolio from traditional curtains, designer curtains to environmentally friendly recycled (upcycling) product lines, affirms OREM’s commitment to sustainability and difference in every living space. Despite its modern technical foundation and aesthetically pleasing design, OREM is facing some strategic challenges in its quest to increase its recognition and market share. Its higher than average price point puts the brand at a competitive disadvantage in the retail channel (B2C). In addition, OREM’s current design orientation, which emphasizes softness, femininity and artistry, may not be fully compatible with the tastes of a wide range of customers. The product portfolio focuses on exclusive, specific designs aimed at a narrow group of customers, which also somewhat limits the ability to expand and develop market scale in a period of fierce competition. Target As a Strategic Communications Consultant, SEFA Media identifies the main objectives of the Brand Communications campaign including: Increase awareness of OREM among customers Increase brand awareness and boost sales of ruffled style curtains Positioning the OREM brand as the top choice for stylish and creative interior design Maximize opportunities from individual and corporate customer groups, especially targeted cafes and homestays, through content strategy and increase sales at the end of the year. Brand Audit SEFA Media identifies two main growth sources for OREM, including business-to-business (B2B) and individual customers (B2C). The main strategic focus is on B2C customers. Group B2C B2B Young customers like to decorate their own rooms (Important) Mom bought curtains to decorate her child’s room. Shopper: mom End-user: child The customer is a small coffee shop, vintage style (coffee curtain) The client is the owner of a small hotel. Boutique hotels and themed homestays (New file) Sex Female (higher proportion, often tend to pay attention to interior decoration details). Men (especially those who love minimalist and modern lifestyle) Shopper: Woman (mother). End-user: Girl Male and Female Shop owners are usually women (about 70-80%) Age 22 – 35 years old: Young, dynamic customer group, loves innovation, regularly updates modern home decoration trends Shopper: 28 – 40 years old (parents with children of school age or younger). End-user: 0 – 12 years old (children from newborn to primary school) 25-35 years old, young people starting a business or wanting to own a creative business space Marital status Single or newly married: Tend to invest in personal living space or small family Married Most are single or married but do not have many commitments regarding children, allowing them to have time and focus on business. Job Office workers, creative (designers, architects, lifestyle influencers, freelance artists) Fresh graduates or those pursuing a modern lifestyle Office worker, teacher, self-employed, or housewife Mainly creative people (designers, photographers), freelancers, or young entrepreneurs Mainly freelancers, office workers who want to start a business, or individuals working in creative fields (designers, photographers) Geography Urban areas (Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang) because they have compact living spaces, requiring sophistication in interior design. Big cities (Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Can Tho) and urban areas with high living standards Major urban areas or tourist spots – Big cities: Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Da Nang, or tourist cities (Hoi An, Da Lat) – Location in residential or tourist areas: The restaurant is often located in small, quiet alleys with a nostalgic style. Income Income from 10-25 million VND/month, willing to spend on interior decoration products with beautiful design and useful features Average to good (10 – 30 million/month) Average: 20 – 40 million VND/month (including income from coffee shop) Average: 30 – 50 million VND/month Behavior – Often look for ideas on social networks (Instagram, Pinterest, TikTok) or through home decor articles – Love products with the factor of “high aesthetics + utility” – Buy online through e-commerce platforms or showrooms with experience spaces – Regularly shop for household items and items for children (prioritize safe, cute products that suit your child’s interests) – Research information on online platforms (websites, social networks, groups of mothers) – Make decisions based on: + Suggestions from friends and relatives + Product reviews, sample room decoration images – Space decoration: + Love decorating the shop space in a nostalgic, cozy style, suitable for customers to check-in and share on social networks + Look for decor items such as curtains, tables, chairs, and pictures in vintage style that are easy to coordinate with the overall space. – Search for products: + Usually search through online channels such as Facebook, Instagram, Shopee, or groups related to coffee shop decor + Prioritize products that are easy to install, maintain, reasonably priced, and durable. – Pay attention to uniform design: + Requires harmony and unity in design style, from curtains, beds, decorations to lighting + Find decor products that help the space match the vibe of the shop. – Focus on quality: + Willing to spend on durable, easy-to-wash products because they are not expensive and purchased in small quantities – Looking for convenient solutions: + Prioritize units that provide complete solutions (curtains, furniture, and design consulting services) or include tools for investors to set up General buying psychology – Prioritize features: Curtains must be heat-resistant, ensure privacy but still let natural light into the room – Focus on aesthetics: The product needs to create a gentle, delicate feeling, suitable for a minimalist, modern style. – Brand awareness: Prioritize Japanese brands because they are associated with sophistication and quality. – Top priority: Safe materials, non-allergenic for children – Love the cute design, suitable for your child’s age and interests – Reasonable price but still beautiful and durable – Appreciate products associated with prestigious brands – Want your space to be unique and







