Insanely Offensive Vintage Ads That Would Be Banned Today

Back in the ’50s and ’60s, ads were pretty sexist and racist, but no one batted an eyelash. So we’re going to take a look at some of the worst vintage ads from back in the day that would never fly today…

Can She Open It?

Life may have been different back then but this one’s still mindblowing. In this ad, they showed a ketchup cap that was so easy to open, even a clueless and fragile little woman could do it.

She Can Have a Tummy

This 1956 ad from Life magazine is promoting a style of clothing called Chubbettes. As the name suggests, it’s intended for parents with daughters who aren’t as slender as other girls.

The wardrobe was also designed to hide the extra weight, you know, just in case having a few extra pounds would “offend” anyone.

You Didn’t Burn the Schlitz

This ‘50s ad shows a husband who’s just come home from work comforting his wife, who is balling her eyes out over the fact that she completely burnt dinner. But the husband’s assuring her that at least she didn’t burn the Schlitz beer on the table.

Having a Bad Hair Day

This ad from Charles Antell, a hair product manufacturer shows a woman having such a bad hair day that she’s contemplating three different ways she can off herself.

But much like most ads from that era, their incredible formula will solve all this woman’s hair woes so she can keep her hair healthy and live another day.