Monthly Archives: March 2012

Behind The Beauty Myth

Summary: Recently came across this series of vintage ads aimed at striking fear in the hearts of young women everywhere. The ads threaten that you will wind up unpopular, undesirable, and unloved if you let yourself get too…wait for it…SKINNY. … Continue reading

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Should Plastic Surgery Advertising Be Banned?

Summary: In a world where consumers claim that they know more than advertisers think, and where people want less government in their lives, there seems to be plenty of evidence that points to the contrary. The most recent example is … Continue reading

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‘Digital Natives’ and AdLand: Should We Be Worried?

Summary: As the digital world continues to grow, we continue to see how our interactions change. Humans are naturally meant to be interpersonal creatures, as the “city” is a perfect example. Throughout the ages we have been known to create … Continue reading

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