Posts Tagged: 1970s

Love’s Glossy Lip Tint in 1972

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Love Cosmetics had a popular ad campaign in the 1970s, with ‘This is Love in 197_ ‘ (year) as their tag line. This particular ad is from 1972 for Love’s Glossy Lip Tint. The model had the mysterious 1930s look that was trendy in the early 70s. The sensuous lip tint colors of Juicy Melon,… Read more »

Heaven Sent Perfume, Vintage 1973

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This is a really pretty vintage 1973 ad for Heaven Sent fragrance by Helena Rubenstein. Heaven Sent was one of those seemingly ubiquitous scents in the 1970s. I remember it being a very flowery, feminine perfume and instantly recognizable to the nose. I love the pink cloche hat and floral shirt on the lovely Boho… Read more »

Vintage 70s Gold Formula Breck Shampoo

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Breck shampoo was still really popular in the 1970s, but they did seem to capture the zeitgeist of the times with their ‘natural’ focus. Gold Formula Breck supposedly had far less detergent, and far more ‘natural’ ingredients. It was intended to get out the dirt, but leave the ‘natural’ shine. I used Breck shampoo religiously… Read more »

The 1928 Jewelry Company in 1974

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The 1928 Jewelry Co. was founded by Melvyn Bernie in 1968, and is now one of the largest and last-standing jewelry manufacturers in the U.S. They specialize in making antique reproductions, handmade in the European tradition. I really love this black and white ad from 1974. It evokes a Victorian/Edwardian vibe, along with 1970s Boho… Read more »