Daily 70s Ad: The Saint Laurie Suit (1975)

(Click on ad to enlarge) “If you’re in New York, you’ll feel even better doing business with Saint Laurie…direct.” Look, it’s Mr. Suave in a stunning 1970s tan ensemble for only $143 smackers. Daily 70s Ad #50: The Saint Laurie … Continue reading

Daily 70s Ad: Bloomingdale’s Trench Shirt (1976)

(Click ad to enlarge) “A smashing victory in the war against drab.” OK, it’s the Creighton Trench Shirt for $18.00. I get that. What I don’t get is the extraneous shoulder flap and whatever it is that guy has in … Continue reading

Daily 70s Ad: Seagram’s Bloody Mary Secret (1975)

(Click ad to enlarge) “For a better tasting Bloody Mary, use Seagram’s Gin instead of Vodka.” So very red. I’m sensing a theme here. Daily 70s Ad #38: Seagram’s Bloody Mary Secret originally appeared in the December 29, 1975 issue … Continue reading

Daily 70s Ad: The Adolfo Wool Suit (1979)

(Click ad to enlarge) “The sewn-in WoolBlend Mark label is your assurance of quality-tested fabrics made predominantly of wool.” “Slick.” That’s the main word coming to mind here. Daily 70s Ad #35: The Adolfo Wool Suit originally appeared in the … Continue reading

Daily 70s Ad: Campari & Soda (1976)

(Click ad to enlarge) “That unique, tongue-tingling flavor of Campari.” Tongue-tingling on the way! Nice turtleneck and stone-washed suede jacket combo too. Daily 70s Ad #17: Campari & Soda originally appeared in the May 24, 1976 issue of New York … Continue reading

Daily 70s Ad: Sheraton Hotels ‘Revolution’ (1976)

(Click ad to enlarge) “Sheraton’s Fearless Reservation lets you celebrate the revolution. Without a battle.” 1976: year of the Bicentennial celebration. Unwritten law states that everything must be related to the American Revolution. Even hotel ads. Go, USA! Daily 70s … Continue reading