The art of laughter: 58 clever print ads that combine wit with design
While digital marketing dominates the landscape, print advertising can still pack a powerful punch, especially when wielded with humor and creativity. Don’t believe it? Dive into these memorable 58 funny and creative print ads that prove print’s enduring power. Get ready to chuckle and applaud the ingenuity behind these ads – humor truly does win, often leading to both laughs and sales.
1. Electro Recycling: Potty train your e-waste
E-Waste isn’t dog poop, potty train your e-waste. The ad’s lighthearted tone helps to de-stigmatize e-waste and encourages people to take action.
2. Adidas
This Halloween, Pepsi says “boo” to the competition with a costume that’s sure to raise a can-opener’s eyebrow.
3. KFC
KFC takes “Finger Lickin’ Good” literally with this ad that will leave you hungry (and maybe a little weirded out).
4. Penguin Books
Dive into a story – literally! Penguin Books uses literary giant Shakespeare as headphones to promote their audiobooks.
5. Jumbo Peanut
In a mockumentary style, the Kayaking Jumbo Peanuts ad uses humor to depict the absurdity of even elephants being too small for the peanuts.
6. Burger King
The heroic act of reaching for a Whopper: Burger King celebrates couch potatoes
7. Dove Simpson: Anti Frizz Cream
Its humor and use of a relatable character (even for those unfamiliar with The Simpsons) effectively targets a broad audience and positions Dove Anti-Frizz Cream as the solution for frizzy hair woes.
8. DHL: Trojan
DHL Trojan Horse is a symbol of hidden infiltration, to promote their global delivery network. It suggests that DHL’s reach is unparalleled, able to deliver anywhere in the world, just like the Trojan Horse infiltrated Troy.
9. Braun Series: Bring out the human in men
Braun Series 5 advertisement highlights the confidence and transformation achievable with a close shave.
Evolve your grooming routine. Braun Series 5 reveals the man beneath the mane.
10. McDonald
More Than a meal, it’s a smile. The campaign creates a positive association between Happy Meals and happy memories.
11. Slurrp
The “food art” visuals showcase food as more than just sustenance, but also as a medium for creativity and inspiration. This strategy aligns perfectly with Slurrp’s role as a recipe website, enticing viewers to explore the artistic possibilities of food preparation.
12. Dardanel
By leveraging the growing consumer interest in freshness and sustainability, Dardanel is creating a link between their Wild Catch line and sustainable, high-quality seafood.
13.McDonald’s Vs Burger King
Classic comparative advertising or ambush marketing aims to hijack the competitor’s brand awareness by pitting its own product against the competitor’s to claim superiority.
14. Jeep
The brand positions Jeep ownership as a gateway to exciting experiences and the creation of envy-worthy social media content.
15. Real Hiphop
This Cannes Lions Award winning ad celebrates the cultural power of black music and hip-hop.
16. Jobsintown.de: Life is too short for the wrong job
17. Monster.com: Caught on a wrong job?
This monster clearly missed the mark!
18. Clorets: Bad breath
Breathe easy, avoid the fishy stare.
19. Condom ad: Don’t be stupid
Going commando? Big mistake. Protect yourself first
20. Libra Mattress
Yawning? It’s your body’s cry for help!
21. Nutri Balance
Bad food, bad mood
22. Heinz
They can’t get enough! Heinz Ketchup – The Perfect Match for Fries.
23. Smirnoff Vodka
Feeling shy? Woody Allen says Smirnoff can help!
24. Pantene Shampoo
25. Midea Electric Fan
26. 8in1 Dental Snacks: Bad Dog Breath
27. Findus Fraich’Frites
Granny’s fries without the Granny. Delicious treat without the actual “granny” pinching cheeks
28. Hyundai Coupe. 0 to 100 km/h in 8.4 se
29. Olympus Optical zoom
30. Dog Toast: You eat what you touch.
31. Pure Yoga: Yoga Classes Now On
32. Sunkist: Chinese Orange
33. Animal Planet: Wildlife
34. Noodle Slurper Mondo Pasta: Boat
35. Nike: Just Do It
36. Silk Soft Tissue Paper
37.Penline Art Supply, Office Stationary
38. Mountain Riders: Its time for a spring cleaning
39. RSPCA: Show Us Some Love. We will return the favor
40. Stockholms hundforum
41. Softlan Ultra: Wrestling
42. Sheetz: Finally a fry good enough for
43. Ripolin: Yours walls deserve a paint which will age well
44. Repella: Change the way insects see you
45. Queer Travel . de: The other side of Amercia
46. Kiss FM 97.7: iPod…I’m your father
47. Pepsi: French Kiss and Lifeguard
48. Minery Foot Care: Baby
49. Fiat: Boxes: Thinking of changing your van? New Fiat Ducato.
50. Sedex Express Courier: Trust us we deliver it fast
51. Coca Cola Light
52. Career Builder.com: May be its time to move on
53. Buenos Aires Zoo: The kangaroos have arrived
54. Tesa: The world needs a tape like this
55. Arena: Water Instinct
56. Utopolis Group of Cinemas: Reality Sucks
57. Dean’s finest old Scotch Whisky: Surprisingly mild
