Tag: advertising design
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A Gleaming Past: Unearthing the Unexpected History of Vintage Toothpaste Tubes
From humble beginnings to iconic designs, the humble toothpaste tube holds a fascinating history reflecting societal shifts in oral hygiene, advertising strategies, and material culture. More than just a vessel for minty paste, these tubes serve as miniature time capsules, revealing much about the past. Early Days: Paste in Jars and the Dawn of the…
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From Humble Seeds to Vibrant Art: A History of Vintage Seed Packet Design
The unassuming seed packet – a small, often overlooked rectangle of paper – holds a surprisingly rich history. More than just a container for tiny seeds, these packets are miniature time capsules, reflecting the evolving tastes, anxieties, and aspirations of the horticultural world and consumer culture at large. A journey through vintage seed packet design…
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A Gleam in Time: Vintage Toothpaste Tubes and the Evolution of Oral Care
From humble beginnings in rudimentary tin containers to the sleek, modern tubes we see today, the history of toothpaste packaging is a fascinating reflection of evolving oral hygiene practices, innovative advertising strategies, and the broader material culture of each era. This journey through vintage toothpaste tube designs reveals not only the changing aesthetics of the…