It seems that we are being bombarded by advertisements, on billboards, on the side of buses and even while waiting for the elevator. But when these ads make you do a double take or make you pay attention, that’s when you know that advertising dollars have been put to good use. And let’s face it, it is getting harder and harder to shock, impress or make people think.
Below, we’ve featured a collection of ads that are not only creative but are also great attempts at being intelligent and thoughtful. Some ads highlight serious social issues and generate public awareness, while others poke harmless fun at major brands. Name your favorite in the comments or let us know of any cool ads you have come across.
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Precision parking: Park assist by Volkswagen.
Source: adsoftheworld.com
Buckle up. Stay alive. By Quebec.
Source: saaq.gouv.qc.ca
Source: saaq.gouv.qc.ca
Source: saaq.gouv.qc.ca
Not every man wants to be the fastest in the world (Fauxlympics entry).
Source: thedrum.com
Natural finish colours by Berger
Source: marketingexamples.net
"No More Abuse" campaign by the King Khalid Foundation
Source: telegraph.co.uk
FedEx across the world.
Source: theinspirationroom.com
Get noticed with Yellow.
Donate eyes by the National Federation of the Blind
Source: sites.psu.edu
Yoga Shelter: Heavenly Yoga
Source: adsoftheworld.com
The real power lies inside you. Be a donor. Save lives.
Source: pinterest.com
Source: pinterest.com
Source: pinterest.com
Band Aid: Hulk
Source: adsoftheworld.com
Baygon Insecticide
Source: coloribus.com
Hot wheels
Source: dailybri.com
Show the world your real face
Source: adsoftheworld.com
Pringles Hot & Spicy: Hot air balloon
Source: adsoftheworld.com
See you on the road!
Source: creativeadawards.com
Wonderbra Umbrella.
Source: adsoftheworld.com
Don’t text and drive – Volkswagen.
Source: cargocollective.com
I’ll be there in a wheelchair.
Source: 30-thousand-feet.blogspot..com
Don’t drink and drive.
Think about what you could save when you save water.
Source: ads-ngo.com