1,754 Ads Examples From the Past and Present

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Trust the Marketing, Get Multiple Offers

That giant pink-unicorn yard sign isn’t just a prop. It’s a trust machine. When a seller buys into bold marketing...

Ads/Instagram/Copywriting
21 hours ago

Walk-In Counter Sushi with Toyosu Fish

Walk into this East 6th sushi bar and you are basically sitting inside the kitchen. Chefs are a forearm’s length...

Ads/Instagram/Copywriting
2 days ago
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Flip Product Traits Into Punchlines

This vintage Chivas Regal ad is a textbook example of clever copywriting that turns a product’s trait into a witty...

Ads/Copywriting/Images
3 days ago
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Make Sons Justify Premium Gifts

This vintage Chivas Regal ad flips the usual Father’s Day sentiment on its head. Instead of speaking to dads, it...

Ads/Copywriting/Images
4 days ago
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Sell the Lifestyle, Not the Bottle

This vintage Chivas Regal ad nails the art of subtle wit. With a minimalist illustration of nine bottles and clever...

Ads/Print Ads/Copywriting
4 days ago
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Sell Identity, Not Clothes Levi's Ad

This vintage Levi’s ad captures the rugged authenticity that defined mid-century Western fashion. The illustration of a confident cowboy, complete...

Ads/Copywriting
5 days ago
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Sell Luxury With A Story

This vintage advertisement for Chivas Regal cleverly blends storytelling and subtle humor to sell luxury. Instead of focusing on the...

Ads/Print Ads/Copywriting
6 days ago
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Sell Identity, Not Just Denim Levi's Ad

This vintage Levi’s ad doesn’t sell denim—it sells identity. With bold lines, a cowboy stance, and simple black‑and‑white contrast, it...

Ads/Copywriting/Images
Jan 24, 2026
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Sell the Identity, Not the Product Levi's Ad

This vintage Levi’s advertisement nails the art of identity-based marketing. It’s not selling denim; it’s selling ruggedness, self-reliance, and that...

Ads/Print Ads/Copywriting
Jan 23, 2026
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Build Systems for Evergreen Sales

This image nails a message every author wants to hear: steady, consistent sales long after launch week. The design is...

Ads/Copywriting/Kit
Jan 22, 2026
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Call Junk Food What It Is

This image delivers a punchy message: stop calling junk food “food.” On one side, there’s the usual suspect — chips...

Ads/Copywriting
Jan 21, 2026
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Highlighting the Remarkable: A Clever Ad That Shines

This STABILO BOSS ad brilliantly connects a highlighter’s purpose to a historical moment. It zooms in on Bertha Benz, a...

Ads/Copywriting/Images
Jan 20, 2026
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Highlighting the Hidden Hero

This Stabilo campaign brilliantly turns a simple marker into a storytelling tool. At first glance, it’s a black-and-white photo of...

Ads/Print Ads/DDB Agency
Jan 20, 2026

Urban Oasis: Patio, Pool, Zero Hassle

A simple backyard can become your favorite getaway with the right design and details. The image shows a crisp, wood-decked...

Ads/Instagram/Copywriting
Jan 20, 2026
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How a Highlighter Turned History into a Powerful Ad

This STABILO ad nails emotional storytelling by shining a literal spotlight on hidden brilliance. Instead of bragging about features, the...

Ads/Print Ads/DDB Agency
Jan 20, 2026
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How a Highlighter Became a Statement on Recognition

This print ad by Stabilo Boss isn’t your typical stationery promotion. It turns a highlighter—a simple office tool—into a symbol...

Ads/Print Ads/DDB Agency
Jan 19, 2026
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How Stabilo Turns a Highlighter into a History Lesson

This Stabilo ad nails creative storytelling by blending product utility with historical tribute. The image shows tennis legend Suzanne Lenglen...

Ads/DDB Agency/Copywriting
Jan 19, 2026
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How a Highlighter Brand Turned History Into a Brilliant Ad

This Stabilo Boss ad is a masterclass in visual storytelling. The yellow highlighter literally shines a light on Florence Nightingale...

Ads/Print Ads/DDB Agency
Jan 18, 2026
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How STABILO Highlights Heroes with One Smart Visual

This STABILO ad nails emotional storytelling in a single glance. By using its iconic yellow highlighter to literally draw attention...

Ads/Print Ads/DDB Agency
Jan 17, 2026
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What Marketers Really Trust for ROI in 2025

The chart shows how confident marketers feel about getting a return on investment across popular channels. From content marketing to...

Ads/Data/Social Media
Jan 17, 2026
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Billboard Genius: The Bankless Ad That Turns a Chained Pen Into a Statement

In a sea of corporate billboards, this one stops you in your tracks. A single image of a chained pen—something...

Ads/Copywriting/Images
Jan 16, 2026
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Fun street advertising seen in Austin Tx

A man on a tricycle has transformed his ride into a mobile basketball game, complete with a backboard, hoop, balls,...

Ads/Images/Advice
Jan 16, 2026
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Why Captions Could Be the Secret Weapon in Your Ads

This image shows a classic advertising layout—the kind found in timeless copywriting books—featuring both illustrations and captions. The text emphasizes...

Ads/Copywriting/Images
Jan 15, 2026
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From Email Recruitment to Hands-Free Driving

In 2015, Elon Musk posted a simple tweet inviting engineers to join Tesla’s Autopilot team. Fast forward almost a decade,...

Ads/Print Ads/Tweets
Jan 14, 2026

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