OK Zimbabwe

Location: Zimbabwe
Scope: Brand & Interior Design

The brief

With over 50 years of history in Zimbabwe, OK Stores are an integral part of life in the country. Around 2022, however, the management had identified a need for an evolution of the brand. There were some persistent associations with the South African business of the same name, and the stores themselves also needed to undergo a significant refresh. Our brief was to rebrand the retail format to reflect the more modern and independent aspirations, making a strong link back to the core emotion of happiness that unites the entire family of brands at a corporate level.

Our solution

Based on our foundational strategic work, we wanted to ensure the brand communicated an openness, vibrancy and warmth. The concept of “More Happiness” informs every touchpoint, leading to an experience that is both joyful and also distinctive in the Zimbabwean market. This informed the vibrant colour palette and personal tone of voice, along with the modernised typography and graphic elements.