Daily 70s Ad: Saks Fifth Ave – ‘People Weekly’ (1979)

(Click to enlarge) “Saks Fifth Avenue People Are People People.” People magazine makes a play for the upscale NYC crowd. Daily 70s Ad #3: Saks Fifth Ave – ‘People Weekly’ originally appeared in the June 04, 1979 issue of New … Continue reading

70s Shots: World Trade Center & NYC Surroundings (1973)

This is a good day to remember the original World Trade Center, its surrounding environs and the people who lived and worked in the area. In this wonderful collection of photographs, taken by Wil Blanche on behalf of The Environmental … Continue reading

Rad Ads: New York Magazine (Aug. 1974)

It’s been yonkers since we’ve had a dose of Rad Ads. Let’s remedy that with a look at some choice selections from the August, 1974 issues of New York magazine. Below, you’ll find printed perfection from Bloomingdales, Bacardi, Dewer’s and … Continue reading

70s Moments (Bicentennial Week): 4th Of July Home Movies (1976)

I hope everyone in the US (and any concerned parties abroad) are enjoying this 4th of July holiday. I thought we’d take in some home movies from the 4th of July, filmed during the Bicentennial celebration of 1976. First up … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot: New York Life (1972)

“Say, what do you know about New York Life?” It’s time to put our Daily 70s Spot in writing. Here we have a New York Life insurance policy commercial with a humorous theme. Well, about as humorous as you can … Continue reading

70s Shots: Everyday life in the hood: NYC, Ford & Pele

Today we have a quartet of exceptional, early-1970s images for you to ogle. Firstly, photos of Harlem and the Lower East Side, New York by Camilo José Vergara. Secondly, a quick presidential visit for soccer superstar Pele. Everyday Life in … Continue reading