97% caffeine free. Remember to add boiling water.
(Sanka commercial, 1972)
“If it’s going to be one of those days.”
This spot for Sanka decaffeinated coffee features a slice of hectic morning life. See if you don’t smile at the last line. I did.
The commercial aired in May of 1972.
Previously on 70s Spots: Curad Bandage (1972)
It’s the Curad shower man!
“Ouchless”
Here’s a showering spokesperson for that other bandage, Curad. How long do you think this poor actor had to spend in the shower? How about that close-up bandage removal? Do we think it was truly “Ouchless”? These questions stream into my mind unbidden.
The spot aired in May of 1972.
Previously on 70s Spots: Gallo Pink Chablis Wine (1973)
Gallo wine party circa 1973 (sweater-vest optional).
“The Premium Wine from Gallo.”
Time for a Gallo wine party with “Premium” Pink Chablis. It’s ironic (and appropriate) that the color is off in this commercial and everything is tinged slightly pink. The spot aired in December of 1973.
Previously on 70s Spots: Alberto V05 Hairdressing (1979)
For hair as ‘fabulous’ as this ‘star.’
(Alberto V05 commercial, 1979)
“Give your dull, dry hair the ‘Star Treatment’ – with Alberto V05.”
OK, all you wannabe movie stars – it’s time to apply some Alberto V05 to your freshly blow-dried hair. The spot below aired in November of 1979. You can feel the Eighties approaching in this one. It’s all so very Dynasty.
Previously on 70s Spots: Airwick Air Freshener (1972)
For nature lovers.
Airwick commercial, 1972
“Like nature in a bottle.”
Airwick would like to bring the fresh scent of nature to your home – just raise the tab out of the bottle and enjoy. The spot aired in May of 1972. Floating bubble not included.
Previously on 70s Spots: Bumble Bee Tuna (1979)
Sorry, Charlie, this ain’t your brand.
(Bumble Bee Tuna commercial, 1979)
“It’s so good you can eat it plain.”
Happy Monday! Let’s dive into a new week where we’ll feature a daily batch of Seventies commercials from a variety of years.
We’ll get started with one for Bumble Bee Tuna. The spot below aired in November of 1979.
Previously on 70s Spots: Barbara Walters For Protein 21 Hairspray (1972)