Banned Vintage Advertisements That Took It Way Too Far

She Doesn't Care!...Really?!

Are you ready to take a trip down memory lane and see just how far we've come in terms of advertising standards? "Banned Vintage Advertisements That Took It Way Too Far" is a hilarious and nostalgic look at some of the most outrageous, false and politically incorrect ads from the past. From claims that are too good to be true to sexism and racism, these ads will make you shake your head in disbelief.

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Take for example, the Continental Oil Company ad from 1952. Not only does it feature a woman getting sprayed by a water hose and having her clothes soaked, but it also seems to perpetuate the notion that a woman's role is to just smile and be subservient to men. It's clear that we've come a long way since then, where women (and all groups) are depicted as multi-faceted and complex individuals in advertisements.

So, join me in a journey through the past and see just how ridiculous some of these vintage ads were. Get ready to laugh, cringe, and appreciate how far we've come in terms of advertising standards. Keep reading and enjoy.