Sunday 70s Spots: 70s Fashion – Cotton Fabrics (1975)

“When you’re looking for comfort, look for the sign of cotton.” Here’s two commercials espousing the virtues of cotton fabrics from the cotton industry. These were part of a long-running series of ads. First, a spot featuring a female spokesperson … Continue reading

Sunday 70s Spots: 70s Fashion – Sears & Woolite (1979)

“Sears – Where America shops.” Happy Sunday! We’ve got a pair of commercials on-tap in the ‘Disco today featuring a little late-70s fashion. First, a testimonial for Sears’ Junior Bazaar (produced in 1978, aired in January ’79). After that, a … Continue reading

Rad Ads: Levi’s Sportswear ‘Fleeced’ (1978)

“Panatela Separates. You’ll stand out from the herd without getting fleeced.” Yeah, look again. Those are sheep people back there. Levi’s Sportswear ‘Fleeced’ originally appeared in the July, 1978 issue of Popular Mechanics magazine. (Source: Popular Mechanics) Previously on Rad … Continue reading

Rad Ads: Adidas Sports Shoes (1976)

“Great from every angle!” A classic that stands the test of time. Adidas Sports Shoes originally appeared in the June, 1976 issue of Boy’s Life magazine. (Source: Boy’s Life) Previously on Rad Ads: Old Spice ‘Heart Belongs To Daddy’ (1970) … Continue reading

Rad Ads: Woolrich Hiking Clothes (1975)

“Climb into something comfortable.” Hittin’ the trail in stylish belt and shorts combos. Woolrich Hiking Clothes originally appeared in the Spring, 1975 issue of Backpacker magazine. (Source: Backpacker) Previously on Rad Ads: James Brown For Falstaff Beer (1970) … Continue reading

Daily 70s Ad: McGregor Polyester Shacket Suit (1972)

“You’ll love cruising down the river in our McGregor double knit shacket suit of Fortrel polyester.” And that, my good friends, completes one straight year of Daily 70s Ads! I’ll still post the occasional ad, but the daily madness has … Continue reading