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This Facebook Page Shares Funny, Interesting And Weird Vintage Ads And Commercials, And Most Of Them Hilariously Fail The Test Of Time
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It's no secret that the world has come a long way. In the past couple of decades, things have taken a completely different turn and have managed to progress to an unthinkable point.
Every time we take a stroll down to our nearest thrift shop, we get overwhelmed by all the things that have been orphaned by their previous owners. All these clothing items and pieces that were once accessorizing someone's home – hunting for vintage stuff is very inviting – plus, you get to give your new purchase a second chance at life.
Many of us, at least once in our lifetime, have wondered about vintage artworks, specifically those that were used for commercial purposes. Well, this Facebook group is dedicated to precisely that. The online community has 135K members and was made for people who "enjoy vintage retro ads, commercials & artwork," and Bored Panda has decided to gather a couple of its best posts.
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Bored Panda contacted the creator of the "Vintage Ads, Commercials & Artwork" Facebook community and asked him to tell us a little bit about it: "I want to thank you for the interest in the group. Basically, I started it because I felt like I was being restricted in other groups that didn't accept both printed and video ads; that pretty much made me take the decision to start my own one and run it the way I think it should, by having quality content regarding interesting vintage ads, commercials, and artwork."
The man then added: "I always enjoyed the ads I used to see as a kid in what were National Geographic Magazines from the 40s to 60s. I'm only 38 by the way, but honestly, I always had an interest in old things. I have always found them really interesting."
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We've also wondered about the people behind the group: "I’ve got to say it was me doing it by myself for a while until the group grew and it was too much for me to handle by myself. I met people within the group who accepted to help me run it. At the moment it's only myself and a fellow group member but I must give credit to Sarah Conley for helping out so much at the beginning, until some personal issues forced her to step out as a moderator."
"I started the main page after the group, which has gained more followers so far. Getting real close to 185,000 last time I checked. Compared to the 135K members the group has. But obviously the group is where our members can share content. I found out that I wasn't the only one who enjoyed looking back at the past."
"The reason people are fascinated by the vintage stuff, I believe, is due to the fact that they want to relive some of their childhood memories and also just enjoy the history of these vintage products, services, etc. I have had so many people comment ‘I used to have that toy as a kid’ or ‘Dad used to have that car,’ also saying things like ‘I always wanted one of those.’ People have said so many nice things on the review area of my main page, like how it brings back so many wonderful memories,” said Edgar when BP asked him about the fascination around vintage things.
Lastly, the creator added: "It's important to remember the past and try to keep it alive by having an archive where maybe the younger generation can learn some history regarding advertising and what type of products were used in the past. Companies have come and gone but some are still going strong. Advertising also gives you a glimpse into society from the past and also what type of techniques of advertising worked back then. They can also analyze how advertising has evolved over time."
Taking a trip down memory lane to rekindle the past is a pretty exciting activity; whether you're snooping around your grandparents' stuff in the hopes of finding something fun or you're simply yearning to escape and experience a different kind of life – it seems that old-fashioned things will always hold a certain impression on us.
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Deborah Harris 2 years ago
I was actually convinced these would work and nagged my Mother to get me a pair, needless to say she finally gave in. The first time I wore them I felt so scared as I thought I would see people as live skeletons ... it never happened .. and yes she refused to buy me Sea Monkeys which were next on my list :)
Maybe it's the fascination with advancement and the visible progression of things, or perhaps the unexplainable old-time charm that the items are holding. Whatever the reasoning might be, Bored Panda hopes that you've enjoyed this vintage collection provided by the "Vintage Ads, Commercials & Artwork" group.
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Nathaniel 2 years ago
The internet has ruined me. This should just be an innocent, if daft, game.
Deborah Harris 2 years ago
I hold myself back from commenting now since my 1 day ban :D
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Zobi123 2 years ago
My son got it for his birthday. I think it comes with sponge you can get wet if you don't want to use whipped cream.
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Potato Chimps 2 years ago
There's a lot going on in this picture: only the women (Mom just got it and now Sis is up) are at risk of a pie face, Dad looks like he's threatening to belt his daughter if she doesn't keep her head in the clown frame and little Brother is keeping score. In a game where all the agony of defeat is smeared across your face. In the olden days fun and humiliation were apparently synonyms.
Crazy Dog Lady 2 years ago
This still exists. You can buy it at any department store in the U.S.
Kristin Ingersoll 2 years ago
I mean, Ellen DeGeneres put almost the exact same game out a few years ago...
Hannah Edwards 2 years ago
We have this! Nothing says fun like getting an eye full of squirty cream!
Jason Leaf 2 years ago
When America was so prosperous that food was used for entertainment purposes.
TheEndIsNigh 2 years ago
Does it come with the pie? Because if I have to supply my own pie, I'm out.
Got Myself 4 Pandas 2 years ago
My niece got this game only a year or two ago for Xmas, I kindly asked them to keep it home as it's just a recipe for kids going in a tantrum when they get covered - no thanks
Brandi VanSteenwyk 2 years ago
I had NO idea that the modern version was a remake of a classic.
Frostfirefox919 2 years ago
this still exists! there were ads for the new version just a couple of years ago!
Chrissie Anit 2 years ago
Looks like something that Lily's father from How I met your Mother could have invented.
Travis Fox 2 years ago
This game has been relaunched twice in the last ten years. It just keeps popping up. Guess we can't get past the funny of a cream pie pie the face lol
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Kookamunga 2 years ago
The Maidenform Dream adverts were one of the longest running campaigns of all time. I just made a Reddit post a couple of weeks ago with a collection of the ads. Check it out! https://www.reddit.com/r/vintageads/comments/v484mq/i_dreamed_i_was_amaidenform_bra_ad_collection//maidenform_bra_ads_collection/
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Catherine Binder 2 years ago
I don't know what this is for but I'm pretty sure you need drugs to experience it to it's fullest.
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Jespren Ray 2 years ago
Pretty sure my cousins/aunt (who flew frequently to Hawaii and Tonga) had this poster in their house when I was little.
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Kookamunga 2 years ago
Well, jeez, Edith, what do you suggest? That the 8 year olds watch 60 Minutes instead? I treasure my H.R. Pufnstuf years - The 70s had the best Saturday morning TV programming for kids in American history.
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What do you think ?
Felice Coles 2 years ago
The lowest of the low was the tuna "pizza" and after that nothing was as shocking.
Bobby 2 years ago
For this being about ads that didn't stand the test of time I sure saw a lot of ads that were similar to the current ads for the same product
Imjust jim 2 years ago
Agreed - the primary ones that could be cast as questionable were for smokes.
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Aroha 2 years ago
Both! I actually love tuna & pineapple pizza. Add some hot sauce and it's the perfect dinner 😅.
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Octavia Hansen 2 years ago
Notice how everyone in these ads is so white they glow in the dark? Everyone else was ignored . . .
NotTodaySatan!! 2 years ago
It isn't as though, not that we could, we can go back and rearrange history to make it a more appropriate time for the future. This was life then. It was accepted in society as more people were more ignorant about diversity. We learned and behave less (not nearly enough, but still less) like this now. It's ridiculous to choose to spend your worthy time being upset about situations you cannot change from the past.
Load More Replies... Felice Coles 2 years ago
The lowest of the low was the tuna "pizza" and after that nothing was as shocking.
Bobby 2 years ago
For this being about ads that didn't stand the test of time I sure saw a lot of ads that were similar to the current ads for the same product
Imjust jim 2 years ago
Agreed - the primary ones that could be cast as questionable were for smokes.
Load More Replies... Aroha 2 years ago
Both! I actually love tuna & pineapple pizza. Add some hot sauce and it's the perfect dinner 😅.
Load More Replies... Octavia Hansen 2 years ago
Notice how everyone in these ads is so white they glow in the dark? Everyone else was ignored . . .
NotTodaySatan!! 2 years ago
It isn't as though, not that we could, we can go back and rearrange history to make it a more appropriate time for the future. This was life then. It was accepted in society as more people were more ignorant about diversity. We learned and behave less (not nearly enough, but still less) like this now. It's ridiculous to choose to spend your worthy time being upset about situations you cannot change from the past.
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