Polynesian punch time.
(Publix commercial, 1977)
“Bring the islands home with a Publix Luau.”
On this lazy Sunday evening, we make time for a Hawaiian luau, Publix market-style. In this spot that aired in September of 1977, you’ll find California grapes and Dole juice helping to bring the Polynesian party to life.
Previously on 70s Spots: 70s Fashion – Premium Glasses (1977)
Hey, good lookin’!
(Premium Optical commercial, 1977)
“The latest fashion frames.”
Taking us all the way back now to the summer of ’77 – it’s Fashion Time with Indiana’s Premium Optical! Looking for a pair of fancy frames to compliment your Seventies hairdo? This is the place.
The spot aired in June of 1977.
Previously on 70s Spots: ‘People’ Magazine (Robert Blake, 1977)
Baretta’s got his eye on you.
(‘People’ magazine commercial, 1977)
“Take a look at the people – in ‘People’ this week.”
Here’s a good spot for People magazine that really brings you back to a specific time in the fall of 1977. Robert Blake is the featured cover story (with a shocking tale of broken marriage!) and Cher and Leo Sayer are also found inside.
The commercial aired in September of 1977. Take a look at the People…
Previously on 70s Spots: Plymouth Voyager Van (1974)
Tearing up the grass in a Plymouth Voyager van, 1974
“Extra care in engineering…it makes a difference.”
On this fine and fantastic Monday, I bring you a fun Plymouth Voyager van commercial that aired in July of 1974.
Pay close attention to the school teacher in this spot. I’m fairly certain it’s Elaine Giftos – known to Seventies TV fans as Bonnie Kleinschmidt, Reuben Kincaid’s girlfriend on The Partidge Family.
Previously on 70s Spots: Kraft Golden Caesar Salad Dressing (1972)
So very noble.
(Kraft commercial, 1972)
“The noblest Caesar of them all.”
Coming in late and just under the wire, I have a Sunday commercial for you. It’s one for Kraft Golden Caesar salad dressing and you can pour these 30 seconds right onto your evening salad and enjoy.
The spot aired in May of 1972. Don’t forget the croutons!
Previously on 70s Spots: Norelco Shaver ‘Gotcha!’ (1975)
“Gotcha!”
Norelco commercial, 1975
“Get a shave so close, Norelco dares to match shaves with a blade.”
Today, we have another one of the famous “Gotcha” commercials for Norelco shavers. The spot aired in May of 1975.
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