14 Products That Only Worked in the Commercials
These products looked amazing on TV but left people disappointed once they got them home.
Advertising
14 TV Commercials from the ’90s That Would Be Canceled Today
The 1990s were a wild time for advertising, where shock value often won over sensitivity or common sense. Many commercials aired without a second thought that would cause outrage or instant backlash if shown today.
15 Vintage Ads That Are Just Plain Creepy Today
Vintage advertising can be fascinating to look back on, but some of it feels downright disturbing by today’s standards. Whether it is the messaging, imagery, or cultural tone, a few old ads raise more eyebrows now than they ever did back then.
16 Cringeworthy Ads From Old Teen Magazines
Teen magazines of the past offered more than quizzes and celebrity gossip — they came packed with ads that targeted teens in over-the-top ways. Looking back now, some of those ads are more uncomfortable than cool.
12 Vintage Car Commercials That Wouldn’t Air Today
Automotive advertising has come a long way since the flashy and often controversial car commercials of the past. What once grabbed attention now raises eyebrows, showing just how much public expectations have shifted.
14 ’80s Commercial Mascots That Have Been Retired
The 1980s gave us some of the most memorable advertising mascots in television history. These characters helped define brands and captured the attention of millions, but many have quietly disappeared over the years.