
Corvette "Chassis" Ad
In 1958, Corvette didn’t just show off a cool car — they showed what was under the hood. Literally. This...

Post-It Notes ad from 1980 showing new adhesive feature
Back in 1980, 3M launched Post-It Notes with a bold promise: a “giant communications breakthrough.” But the real genius? They...

Smith & Wesson "Steak Gun" Ad
This 1988 Smith & Wesson ad stops you cold. Why? Because it opens with a giant steak that looks like...

Maruchan Instant Noodles Ad
Maruchan nailed it with this clever ad. The headline: “If you’re in hot water at lunchtime, it’s time for the...

This ad needs a headline
Great photo. Strong emotion. Clean background.But something’s missing: context. Without text, this ad could be for a tablet, a workout...

Great before & after Ad
Ridge Wallet nailed the classic "before and after" format—without a single gym photo. Their ad shows a bulky, overstuffed wallet...

2022 Twitter Planner
Twitter dropped a simple but powerful planner to help brands and creators level up their accounts. The design makes you...

Good show but no tell. This Ad needs a headline.
Scroll-stopping ad right here. Drum.app nails the classic “comparison” angle with a simple split screen: boring vs better. One glance...

Powerful image & quote matchup that sparks curiosity
This ad from GetLasting nails something most marketers overcomplicate: emotional clarity. It uses just one quote and one photo to...

Ad with no words but works
No headline. No body copy. Just a perfect visual. This ad shows exactly what the app does in 2 seconds:...

Instagram ad needs a more specific headline
Ever scroll past an ad because you didn’t get what it was selling right away? That’s exactly what happened here....

Great above the fold copy for mobile landing page
This landing page from The New Paper is a masterclass in clarity. In less than five seconds, you know exactly...

Homepage page giving great expectations
The Hustle’s sign-up page is pure marketing gold. In just a glance, it nails what most landing pages miss —...

Oura Ring Instagram Story
This Oura Ring ad nails the “smart simplicity” vibe. One bold line, a crisp product shot, and a vibrant background...

1963 "Just like Grandma used to make" ad
This Chun King frozen food ad nails emotional storytelling. It doesn’t just sell stir-fry; it sells comfort, nostalgia, and familiarity....

Bright Cellars' Taste Matrix Twitter Ad
This ad from Bright Cellars nails visual curiosity. It shows just enough of a “taste matrix” to get your brain...

Visuals > Words
This illustration from Janis Ozolins nails a simple truth: people see faster than they read. In marketing, that means a...

1971 American Airlines “Coach Lounge” Ad
“You won’t believe you’re on an airplane.” That’s the killer headline American Airlines used to launch its 747 Coach Lounge....

Ads for a steering wheel food/work tray
Sometimes all you need is a photo. This “car steering wheel desk” looks wild at first, but seeing it instantly...

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SMRTFIT Adjustable Dumbells Ad
Smrtft nailed the kind of ad that makes you pause mid-scroll. It’s sleek, clear, and makes you feel like you...

Cool Gym Explainer Images
Ever see a gym post that’s more like a manual than a selfie? This one nails it. It shows how...

Huel Visual Callout Ad
Huel’s ad for their vegan Mac & Cheeze packs a punch with zero fluff. It turns a steaming bowl of...

Global Gross Domestic Product (GDP) 2021 chart
This chart nails what so many marketing visuals miss: it makes complex info instantly understandable. In just one glance, you...