40 Ingeniously Creative Advertising Designs That Demand Attention

Think about the ads you see online or on billboards.

Damjan

• Published in Interesting
• April 15, 2024

Have you ever seen an ad that made you stop and say, "Wow, that's cool"? It's not just any ad—it's the kind that makes you smile, think, or even laugh out loud.

These ads are special because they're super creative and honest. They know how to catch your eye and stay in your head long after you've seen them.

Think about the ads you see online or on billboards. Most of them are pretty boring, right? But then some ads are like little pieces of art—they're clever, funny, and make you look twice. That's what you'll find on r/adporn, a place on the internet where people share ads that are way cooler than the usual stuff.

These ads aren't just about selling stuff; they're about making you feel something. Maybe it's a funny picture that makes you chuckle, or a smart idea that makes you go, "Whoa, that's smart!" Take, for example, an ad for a vacuum cleaner that shows a big pile of dirt spelling out the brand's name. It's simple but clever.

Then some ads talk about stuff that matters, like saving the planet or being kind to others. These ads are honest and real—they don't try to trick you into buying something you don't need. Instead, they show you why their product or idea is worth caring about.

But the best thing about awesome ads is that they're everywhere. You can see them on TV, on the internet, or even on the side of a building. And because they're so cool, people share them with their friends, making them even more popular. Please take a look at what we've got!

1. "One Click Can Change Your Future"

2. “Protect Wildlife, Before It’s Too Late” WWF Deutschland Campaign"

3. "Littering Says A Lot About You – Live Green Toronto"

4. "Travel Faster With A Good Book – National Library Of Singapore"

5. "No Easy Way Out – Women’s Helpline"

6. "Thai Restaurant In A Small Town In Ireland"

7. "J&b Scotch Whiskey (1990)"

8. "IKEA Early Christmas Sale Ad (2014)"

9. "Colgate Floss, 2011"

10. "McDonald’s – Loved By All"

11. "A Local Lawyer"

12. "World Vision – He Sees What Can’t Be Shown"

13. "Nike Ad By Wieden+ Kennedy Featuring Young Serena Williams"

14. "TG4: Irish TV Ad For Women’s Gaelic Football Season"

15. "Volkswagen Polo Ad (2005)"

16. "Mississippi Department Of Transportation Ad Against Distracted Driving "

17. "Maxell (1990)"

18. "Breast Cancer Now – Beat It"

19. "1968 Magazine Ad"

20. "After Six 1972"

21. "IKEA Ad For Upcoming Store Opening In Oxford Street, London "

22. "This Canon Camera Ad On A Suzuki Jimny"

23. "Nike – Your Only Limit Is You "

24. "Jim Beam (1990)"

25. "Lupin On Netflix (Or A Fake Jewelry Campaign)"

26. "From The Coldest Waters Of Norway – Ocean Blue"

27. "Pink Flamingoes (1987)"

28. "Rebel Sport – We’re Up For It"

29. "3D Billboard For An Post. Dublin, Ireland (2023)"

30. "Mcdonalds Heatwave Ad (UK)"

31. "Sony (1990)"

32. "Panasonic (1990)"

33. "Icee (1976)"

34. "British Airways"

35. "Crown Royal (1990)"

36. "Trains – Now On Uber"

37. "Smirnoff (1990)"

38. "Technics (1987)"

39. "Philips Television (1951) By Cassandre"

40. "Movie Poster For “Civil War” (2024)"

Those super cool ads we see aren't just about selling stuff. They're about making us smile, think, or even giggle.

In a world full of pretty boring ads, these special ones stand out because they're creative and honest. They show us new ways of looking at things and remind us that advertising can be fun.

So, the next time you see an ad that makes you go, "Wow, that's awesome!" take a moment to appreciate its creativity. These kinds of ads make advertising more than just a bunch of boring messages—it's a little burst of joy in our day.

Damjan