Giving six reasons to own…
Since the car is pretty hideous, this ad for an AMC Gremlin appeals to it’s more practical qualities!
“Ten Reasons NOT To Buy” reverse psychology Volkswagen ad
This is a fun way to grab some attention, but saying why NOT to buy the car, but then listing...
Attention grabbing “mirror” headline
This headline grabs attention by being unusual looking, as if you’re reading from a mirror. Things that are novel can...
Heart-tugging Gillette shaving ad
This ad pulls a few heartstrings saying “I didn’t get the job” from a man who hasn’t shaved.
AMC Gremlin Ad from 1978 with “6 serious reasons to own”
In addition to showing the product right off the bat, this add uses logical reasons on why to buy a...
Ford Escort “Social Proof” Ad
In 1985 the Ford Escort was one of the best selling cars in the world, so this ad listed out...
Product describes how it can dye your clothes a different color
This 1968 ad for Rit Liquid Dye uses a great headline and image to grab your attention, then describes how...
Velcro Ad Showing Results/Benefits of Product
This whole ad demonstrates how to replace snaps, hooks, and buttonholes with simple Velcro fasteners. It even shows a closeup...
McDonalds promotion using the “Desire to Collect” trigger
This McDonalds ad from 1975 uses one of Joe Sugarman’s Triggers called “Desire To Collect.” The desire to collect is...
How To Survive A Bear Attack Graphic
This is a helpful graphic with a catchy “rhyme” that shows you how to survive a bear attack. Apparently for...
Showing off the “call in” feature on a VCR
In 1989 if you wanted to watch a show but weren’t around to hit “record” on your VCR, and forgot...
Cool Felix The Cat ad from 1959
This is a fun ad that would be frame-worthy! It uses an eye-catching huge image of Felix The Cat smiling,...
YMCA Hiring Direct Mail
BACK OF MAILER: The YMCA blankets nearby neighborhoods to recruit for their busy summer season. They use imagery clearly aimed...
Good headline on a ready-to-eat cake ad
This 1975 print ad for "Stir N Front" cake mix is has a cool headline that shows it comes 100%...
Tik Tok Clips Agency Homepage
This is a pretty to-the-point page for a short-form clips agency. The headline and picture alone explain their product proposition!
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Dog Groomer Price Justification Chart
Every consultant or freelancer has had to justify their cost at times. This dog groomer was sick of people snarky...
1966 Ford Mustang "Youth" Ad
This awesome Ford Mustang print ad from 1966 was designed to tell the kids to screw off and buy that...
Social Proof Headline: "America's Largest Selling Ale"
This 1947 print ad for Ballantine’s Beer uses a Social Proof to promote by saying in the headline: "American's Largest...
Microaquire Headline Before/After
This shows the power of adding some social proof (150,000 founders) to a headline and signup button.
Steve Wonder Atari Ad
This 1977 Atari ad shows a blind Steve Wonder saying, "If I could play video games you bet it'd be...
"Creativity is the Enemy" Nike Headline
This Nike headline makes you do a double-take, and makes you want to read the print below it. The text...
Yamaha "Pass the Gas Pump" Headline
In 1980 when this ad was put out, gas prices had spiked really high and were frequently talked about. This...
Earth Rides: Like Uber but with Teslas
This company "Earth Rides" has a very to-the-point headline on their advertising: "Like Uber but with Teslas" ...that pretty much...
California avocados, a "sensuous" food
This ad for California grown avocados gets people all hot-and-bothered by showing delicious recipes and uses for them.