Apparel Brands Are Gearing Up in the Hopes of a Cold, Snowy Super Bowl

When bad weather generates buzz

Be among trailblazing marketing pros at Brandweek this September 23–26 in Phoenix, Arizona. Experience incredible networking, insightful sessions and a boost of inspiration at ADWEEK’s ultimate brand event. Register by May 13 to save 35%.

The media have already made much of the fact that Super Bowl XLVIII will be the first in game history to be played outdoors in a cold-weather city (specifically, in the roofless MetLife Stadium). And it's no coincidence that the apparel brands with NFL partnerships are ready with a plethora of performance gear. After all, if Sunday's weather truly sucks, that's a touchdown for the marketing department, right? "The weather generates more buzz," conceded Under Armour's marketing vp Steve Sommers.

AW+

WORK SMARTER - LEARN, GROW AND BE INSPIRED.

Subscribe today!

To Read the Full Story Become an Adweek+ Subscriber

View Subscription Options

Already a member? Sign in