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41 Fascinating ‘Vintage Advertisements’ That Might Not Go Down Well Today (New Pics)
Article created by: Indrė Lukošiūtė
The world of advertising is utterly fascinating. Sure, being bombarded by ads every single moment throughout your day can be annoying. But if they’re genuinely creative and informative, then you might just stop and look. Even if you don’t plan on buying the product or service, you can allow yourself to be entertained.
The r/vintageads online community is a wonderful niche on the internet. There, you’ll find interesting examples of what advertisements used to look like decades and decades ago. Some of them seem goofy and even downright weird in the eyes of modern audiences. Though they seem simply baffling, they give us a glimpse into bygone eras and the values and behaviors of people living in the past. Scroll down to check out the best and strangest the vintage world has to offer.
Bored Panda was interested in finding out more about giving ads greater longevity, as well as what current trends in advertising look like, so we reached out to marketing psychology speaker Matt Johnson, Ph.D., the host of the human nature blog. You'll find his insights as you read on.
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#1
They All Got The Vaccine.. Except Dad, 1958
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#2
How Many Of You Jokers Had This Budweiser Poster In The Late 80s?
Dave Schuster 4 months ago
I had this poster in my bedroom for years, I ripped it out of my sister's Rolling Stones magazine and taped it on my wall over my bed.
#3
Dad, You've Got To Help Me! Responsible Drinking Message From Seagram Company Ltd, 1987
#4
Asbestos Ad, 1970s
Stuart Gathman 4 months ago
Asbestos had a lot of great qualities. The lung problems are from short fiber asbestos - which goes into the deep cells of your lungs, but never out. Long fiber in a home, especially in a vinyl matrix (flooring) will not be a problem. Definitely get rid of insulation with the stuff. Asbestos cement should be good as well - the fibers are bound in the cement, and likely the long kind. Should have included an ad for asbestos dish cloths - now *that* was a bad idea that seemed good at the time.
#5
Man Looking For A Wife In 1865
#6
Kikkoman Soy Sauce Promotional Matches (1950s?)
#7
Don't Smoke, Live Long And Prosper, 1989
artisticINSURRECTION 4 months ago
Sad, knowing that he died of complications related to his heavy smoking.
#8
Modern Home Floor Plan, Sears 1934 Catalog
#9
Remember Wendy’s Tables?
#11
I've Robbed The Rainbow To Make You Gay. Jester Wools
#13
If You Lived In The 70s Or 80s You Either Had One Of These Patterns Or Knew Someone Who Did
#17
Re-Groove Your Tyres
Raymond Evans 4 months ago
Well, that diamond cut pattern in the add won't due you much better than the slicks you started with.
#18
In 1967 Philco Introduced A 4 Inch Vinyl Disc They Called 'Hip Pocket Records.' They Had A 'Hit' Song On Each Side And Sold For 69 Cents
#19
Sugar Information Inc., 1964
Stuart Gathman 4 months ago
So he reached out the end of the staff in his hand, dipped it into the honeycomb, and put his hand to his mouth; and his eyes brightened. 1 Samuel 14:27
#20
The Shirt Suit Supreme
#21
Mcdonalds Onion Nuggets
Stuart Gathman 4 months ago (edited)
in real beef tallow. And flour not poisoned with glyphosate.
#22
Sears Men's Fashion 1960's
#25
In The 1950s, Antidepressants Were Marketed Primarily Towards Housewives And Their Husbands To Ensure Household Tasks Weren't Neglected
#26
I'm Pretty Sure Everyone Had One Of These
Randy Mckissick 4 months ago
Still have one in my shop that belonged to my Grandfather and I sit in it almost everyday...
#28
McDonald's Mcdonaldland Glasses, 1975
#29
Jc Penney Ad, 1972
#30
Buying A Concrete House Buys You Maximum Protection From Atomic Blasts
#32
Glad This Is Laughable Today - Advertisement For Radio Drama Show Asking If Women Over 35 Can Be Loved
#33
Gentlemen Prefer Hanes (1975)
#34
Backyard Star Wars Playset
Dave Schuster 4 months ago
I remember seeing this ad, and I really wanted this in my backyard!
#36
In The 1950s, Antidepressants Were Marketed Primarily Towards Housewives And Their Husbands To Ensure Household Tasks Weren't Neglected
#37
A Terrifying Way To Start Your Day: Post's Sugar Krinkles
#40
Gain Weight With Ironized Yeast (1958)
Stuart Gathman 4 months ago (edited)
In every age, the demon in charge of fashion promotes the most unattainable for most as the "ideal" female figure. In WW2, they/them outdid themself, making a "boyish figure" the ideal for grown women. But yeah, "h****n chick" is not attractive.
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