Brag and boast claims with little more make ads like this hard to recommend.
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Campbell’s Tomato Soup
Under mom and child, soup, the bowl, goldfish and all… Seasoned with a smile.
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View Full PostThe Container Store
Oneness of message, in headline, pictures, and text, makes many ads work.
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View Full PostLipton Green Tea
Concept shows promise, but execution is too abstract to persuade.
Keurig Barista Prima
Credible, or not? Francesco must be believed or the brand will not.
Alexia Sweet Potato Fries
Many good sales points but cluttered layout and drab product shot distract.
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View Full PostToyota Prius
Nitpicky or not, should a good ad say “coming fall” in December?
Shell Natural Gas
Copy alone is not enough; illustrations must tell the story.
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View Full PostWindex Multi-Surface
Ads show strong stories, but not at first glance. Tame text further saps the chance.
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View Full PostPhilip Stein Watches
Improve well-being, reduce stress: two claims that watch ads rarely profess.