Retro Musings includes magazine adverts and catalogue scans from 1930’s to 1990’s, plus anything else which takes my fancy (like LP covers and knitting patterns).
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Mum ~ Deodorant Adverts [1945-1946]"It isn't your necklace they'll notice, pet!"
These illustrated Mum deodorant adverts are from 1945-46.
Body Mist ~ Deodorant Adverts [1970-1975]"The one anti-perspirant that's right for every woman"
These Body Mist deodorant adverts are from 1970-75.
Dr West’s ~ Toothbrush Adverts [1947-1952] Artwork by Bauman-Greene"Package of smiles!" These graphic style ads for Dr West's "Miracle Tuft" toothbrushes date from 1947-52, with photography by Bauman-Greene.
Kenya Doll by Tyco ~ Adverts [1990’s]"The beautiful hairstyling doll." These Kenya doll adverts by Tyco are from 1992-95.
Fist Faces – Remco [1960’s]"Your fist becomes a real face." I came across this little game yesterday. Produced by Remco in 1966, the box consisted of very little: four plastic nose-eye combos, a bit of fur, an old rag and a pen - "for hours of play and fun". Well, it's better than a punch in the face, I guess.
Tron ~ See Hear Read [1982]"This is the story of Tron. You can read along with me in your book. You will know it is time to turn the page when you hear the computer sound like this..."
LoveLines: Girls Accessories ~ Catalogues [1988]"LoveLines"LoveLines were a range of girls accessories produced by Delavennat in 1988. The line included sunglasses, umbrellas, bags, purses and a few other accessories.
Marlboro Shirt Co. ~ Menswear Adverts [1955] Illustratrated"Sports shirts with a flair for style!"These illustrated ads for men's sportswear by Marboro Shirt Co. date from 1955. The ads were a mixture of chalk figures and painted shirts.
Leonardo Strassi ~ Menswear Adverts [1964-1969]"Peppier than pepperoni and getting hotter every season!"These ads for men's Italian clothing line Leonardo Strassi date from 1964-69.
Kraft ~ Food Adverts [1973-1974]"The arts and Kraft coalition." This ad campaign by Kraft dates from 1973-74. Each ad included a recipe using various Kraft products.
Spam ~ Meat Adverts [1941]"Cold or hot, Spam hits the spot!" These ads for Spam, produced by the Hormel Food Company, date from 1941.
Kids Cereals ~ Packaging [1980’s-1990’s]Television, toys, games and movie cereals from the 1980’s-90’s. Mmm, artificially flavoured goodness! Oooh, and apparently peanut better and chocolate-flavoured crispy sweetened 2-grain cereal is E.T.’s favourite flavours…
Schneider Pens ~ Packaging [1970’s]"Write with Schneider."
This German Schneider pen paper bag in from the 1970's.
Frigidaire ~ Kitchen Appliance Adverts [1966] “Space Age Refrigeration”"Frigidaire announces space age refrigeration!" These futuristic, sci-fi inspired Frigidaire ads are from 1966. They all feature sixties clad models wearing bubble space helmets (or possibly fish bowls).
Columbia ~ Hi-Fi Adverts [1957-1958] “Listening In Depth”"A new experience in "360" high-fidelity." These Columbia "listening in depth" ads date from 1957-58.
Camel [1937-1948] Cigarette Adverts ~ Comic Strips"Camels never get on your nerves!" These comic strip ads for Camel cigarettes date from 1937-48 and feature a range of stunt men, circus folk and dare devils!
Raleigh [1971-72] Cigarette Adverts"Spend a milder moment with Raleigh." These ads for Raleigh cigarettes date from 1971-72 and featured couples smoking in sunny countryside surroundings.
Raleigh [1970-1971] Cigarette Adverts"Spend a milder moment with the quiet taste of Raleigh." These ads for Raleigh cigarettes date from 1970-71 and featured couples smoking in golden sunset surroundings.
Chrysler “Dodge Dart” ~ Car Adverts [1961]"How to own big dreams on a small budget." These car ads for Dodge Dart by Chrysler are from 1961. They didn't have a tagline as such, but all had "Dodge Dart!!" somewhere on them.
Shell “X-100” Motor Oil ~ Car Maintenance Adverts [1951-1952] Illustrated by Boris Artzybasheff"Your engine makes this much acid every day." These amazing illustrated ads for Shell "X-100" motor oil date from 1951-52 and featured artwork by Boris Artzybasheff.
Ford “Lincoln” ~ Car Adverts [1957-1958]"Unmistakably...the finest in the fine car field." These car ads for Lincoln by Ford are from 1957-58.
What’s That Smell? ~ Catalogues [1975]Here's a series of catalogue shots from 1975 using what I like to call the "What's that smell?" pose.
Avon ~ Christmas Cosmetics Adverts [1963-1969]"Gift by Avon... A joy to select... A joy to give... A joy to receive!" These Christmas adverts for Avon cosmetics date from 1963-69.
Valentines Heart Adverts [1960’s]"Love & Cookies" Here's a selection of valentine heart themed adverts from the 1960's, featuring a selection of goods from cuff links to meat!