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We know sex sells. There will always be advertisers, be they branded, unbranded or new start-ups, using sex and sex-appeal to coax more attention out of a noisy advertising landscape. But, do you think...
View ArticleGreat Ad 3: Happy Father’s Day
This is one ad that made me laugh out so loud when I first saw it. Durex’s copy says: ” To all those who use our competitors’ products: Happy Father’s Day” Why is it powerful? Attract attention –...
View ArticleSex In Advertising?
Does sex really sell? Well, you decide for yourself. Jef Richards, an advertising professor with The University of Texas, Austin, said “In advertising, sex sells. But only if you’re selling sex.” Not...
View ArticleMirror, Mirror, On the Wall …
I just read a hilarious post by Calvin Warr. You see, our friend was screaming that all the liposuction and slimming ads were discriminating against the guys. The communications – from graphics to text...
View ArticleBusiness Slogan 41: Screw Yourself
I have always maintained that sex sells in advertising. Still, I raised my eyebrows and grinned with great amusement when I first saw this business slogan. Imagine, a clean-cut, family oriented...
View ArticleGreat Ad 17: Durex Extra Safe Stork Ads
Today is one of those lucky days where I have a breather to go blog visiting and I chose to roam at Ivan’s Ads of the World. For us in the advertising and design industry, Ivan’s blog is a treasure …...
View ArticleGreat Ad 18: Tulipan Rabbit Ads
Do read my previous post on Durex Extra Safe Stork Ad if you have not so that you can join us in deciding if you like the stork condom ads better or this condom series from Tulipan. Advertising Agency:...
View ArticleGreat Ad 20: I am a Virgin
Advertising Agency: Contract Advertising, Thailand ~Executive Creative Director: Manirat Banthukamphon ~ Art Directors: Kavin Sitsayanaren, Manirat Banthukamphon ~ Copywriter: Manisa Orprasert ~...
View ArticleSex Advertising in Singapore
It would not be a surprise to find this ad in some progressive European country. Or in the USA. Or any where else, in fact, except in (surprise! surprise!) – Singapore. When the ad was first launched,...
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