Crystal Pepsi, New Coke, Surge, Citra, 7Up Gold . . .
I really liked Josta, which was an American version of a Brazilian Guarana soda. OK Soda won a bunch of design awards, but never saw a national audience.
Here’s a tribute to a bunch of discontinued sodas. Warning: page has lots of ads.
Images from the Museum of Brands, Packaging, and Advertising in London.
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Found via TheDieline
‘The 1960s were a time of huge cultural upheaval in America. From the Civil Rights movement to the counterculture of the late 60s and the Summer of Love, the times, they were a-changin’. Unfortunately, this wasn’t reflected heavily in the commercials of the time.’
Another great article – and video – of trends in 1960s commercials over at Eat Me Daily.
‘In the 1950s, television was just beginning to tighten its grip on the American consciousness . . . Commercials for all kinds of food products hit the airwaves, from cereal and snack foods, to beer and cigarettes.’
A great article – and video – of trends in 1950s commercials over at Eat Me Daily.
‘A classic today: this wonderful short animated film by Dusan Vukotic won the Oscar for animated film in 1963. He was the first non-American to ever do so.’
Found via Monsieur Bandit
‘The lamps are a contemporary translation of the classical centerpiece. The Tafelstukken stand out by shining upon themselves and their contents. By using this combination of shape, material and light five quaint characters arise.’
Designed by Daphna Isaacs (Netherlands).
Found via Designspotter
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