“In today’s Dacron Polyester.” Here’s two fashionable commercials for Palm Beach clothing starring sportscaster Frank Gifford. Both of these Gifford spots aired in March of 1978. I especially like the shot of the stylish sportsman zipping across town on a … Continue reading
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“Only VHS can give you 4 hours.” Today we have two commercials from October of 1978 for VHS home recording devices. At this time VHS was still locked in a battle for consumer attention with the Betamax format. I wonder … Continue reading
“It’s so good you can eat it plain.” Two 1978 snack choices in the kitchen today. First up, a simple, straight forward spot for Bumble Bee Tuna from June ’78. Second, a La Pizzeria frozen pizza spot from September ’78 … Continue reading
“Sometimes you feel like a nut. Sometimes you don’t.” Here’s a fun pair of candy commercials. The first spot, for Peter Paul’s Almond Joy and Mounds candy bars, aired in January of 1977 and was produced in ’76. You’ll certainly … Continue reading
“It’s the right thing to eat.” Two portions of Dannon Yogurt on the table today. The first commercial aired in April of 1976 and features a variety of Dannon consumers. The second spot aired in November of 1978 and shows … Continue reading
“The sizzling, crackling bubble gum!” Here’s two spots from 1978 that go well together. General Foods’ Increda Bubble, a gum inspired by Pop Rocks, and Colgate Fluorigard dental wash. Have a nifty Friday! ‘Increda Bubble’ Gum Commercial (1978) Colgate Fluorigard … Continue reading