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  2. Experiential Marketing, Activations & Sponsorships

See the Stylish Highlights From American Express' London Fashion Week Pop-Up

The financial services company held concerts, pop-up shops, and fitness classes for London Fashion Week attendees at its first international Platinum House pop-up.

Ian Zelaya
October 1, 2018

Since launching in 2017, the American Express Platinum House has turned into one of the brand’s tentpole activations to engage Platinum and Centurion cardmembers, influencers, and other guests at major events in the U.S. The interactive, stylish pop-up has traveled everywhere from Coachella and Art Basel to the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen—and each time it has presented different design elements and activities to complement the atmosphere of that specific event. Most recently, American Express took the activation across the pond for its first international edition, to coincide with London Fashion Week. 

The London version of American Express Platinum House took place September 13 to 16 and offered experiences helmed by members of the brand’s Platinum Collective group, musical performances, a fashion show after-party, and curated menus from American Express Global Dining Collection restaurants.

“Fashion is a big passion point of our Platinum cardmembers,” said Amy Marino, vice president of experiential marketing and talent management for American Express. “So bringing Platinum House to London Fashion Week was a great opportunity to bring Platinum benefits, service, and access to life for cardmembers and their guests at a place typically reserved for industry insiders.”

The pop-up, which was produced and designed by Momentum Worldwide, took over the former site of arts college Central Saint Martins. The activation paid homage to British designers and London Fashion Week through bold design and color elements.

“The design of the London Platinum House was largely inspired by rebellion and deconstruction in a way that shifts your perspective, paying homage to the incredible talent that have walked the halls of Central Saint Martins, including Alexander McQueen, Stella McCartney, and John Galliano,” said Marino. “Fragmented mirrors, neon lighting, and a variety of geometric shapes created a visual tension between the traditional architecture of the building and the more contemporary design trends that were launched by its alumni and on the runways at London Fashion Week. It was also our intention for the juxtaposition to draw a parallel to the Platinum strategy of refreshing the brand to deliver on our heritage while showing up in a modern, relevant way.”

In addition to its design elements, the Platinum House was also tailored to Londoners through shows and activities. British singer-songwriter James Blake performed the opening night, along with Republic Records artists SG Lewis and Kungs. The brand tapped Tom Marchant, a Platinum Collective member and co-founder of luxury vacation and tour operator Black Tomato, to create an installation called “Hidden London,” which spotlighted under-the-radar experiences and spots in the city.

American Express Platinum also sponsored Alexa Chung’s first London Fashion Week show and hosted the after-party at the Platinum House. The activation housed a pop-up retail shop curated by Sarah Andelman—the creative director of Parisian concept store Colette and consulting company Just An Idea—which featured London-based designers, including Chung, Bernstock Speirs, Azumi and David, and Katharine Hamnett.

Other activities for attendees included Equinox fitness classes and shopping from luggage brand Away, which displayed a live art installation. As the activation always provides complimentary food and drink offerings, this edition of the Platinum House served upscale fare from catering partners Duck & Waffle, Hakkasan, and Tredwells, along with a signature cocktail.

Here’s a look inside the first international American Express Platinum House.

The section with the main bar was lit in blue and featured transparent seats and table coverings. A reflective arch also displayed the American Express Platinum House logo.
The section with the main bar was lit in blue and featured transparent seats and table coverings. A reflective arch also displayed the American Express Platinum House logo.
Photo: David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty Images for American Express
The American Express Platinum House took place September 13 to 16 at the former site of London arts college Central Saint Martins. Outside of the venue, the activation was designated with a reflective, geometric structure. A geometric design was prominent throughout the pop-up.
The American Express Platinum House took place September 13 to 16 at the former site of London arts college Central Saint Martins. Outside of the venue, the activation was designated with a reflective, geometric structure. A geometric design was prominent throughout the pop-up.
Photo: David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty Images for American Express
The inside of the venue was lighted in bold, blue lighting. Adding to the sleek aesthetic was a transparent, circular chandelier that welcomed guests to the pop-up.
The inside of the venue was lighted in bold, blue lighting. Adding to the sleek aesthetic was a transparent, circular chandelier that welcomed guests to the pop-up.
Photo: David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty Images for American Express
The name of the activation was incorporated into old signage at the venue, some of which had worn away over time.
The name of the activation was incorporated into old signage at the venue, some of which had worn away over time.
Photo: David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty Images for American Express
Guests could pose for photos in front of a platinum curtain. The instant photos were hung on a chain-like installation.
Guests could pose for photos in front of a platinum curtain. The instant photos were hung on a chain-like installation.
Photo: David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty Images for American Express
James Blake performed during the pop-up's opening night.
James Blake performed during the pop-up's opening night.
Photo: David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty Images for American Express
Graffiti artist Jay Caes created a Brick Lane-inspired mural on a wall composed of Away suitcases. Throughout the weekend, guests received complimentary luggage stickers and could shop select items from the luggage brand's 'travel uniform' program.
Graffiti artist Jay Caes created a Brick Lane-inspired mural on a wall composed of Away suitcases. Throughout the weekend, guests received complimentary luggage stickers and could shop select items from the luggage brand's "travel uniform" program.
Photo: David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty Images for American Express
As part of the Black Tomato 'Hidden London' installation, vinyl and record players were on display to highlight Rough Trade record store in London. The display also featured fragmented mirrors.
As part of the Black Tomato "Hidden London" installation, vinyl and record players were on display to highlight Rough Trade record store in London. The display also featured fragmented mirrors.
Photo: David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty Images for American Express
Guests could shop for clothing at a shop curated by Sarah Andelman.
Guests could shop for clothing at a shop curated by Sarah Andelman.
Photo: David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty Images for American Express
American Express partnered with Equinox to offer group fitness classes such as pilates, yoga, and barre.
American Express partnered with Equinox to offer group fitness classes such as pilates, yoga, and barre.
Photo: David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty Images for American Express
The activation served custom cocktails including the Platinum Heat, created by Platinum Collective members Bertha Gonzales Nieves of Casa Dragones Tequila, Viraj Puri of Gotham Greens, and Tobin Ludwig of Hella Cocktail Co.
The activation served custom cocktails including the Platinum Heat, created by Platinum Collective members Bertha Gonzales Nieves of Casa Dragones Tequila, Viraj Puri of Gotham Greens, and Tobin Ludwig of Hella Cocktail Co.
Photo: David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty Images for American Express
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