I know it's hard to read all of this type, but so worth it! 👀 They packed a LOT of info into one full page ad. I've got this 1940's era ad framed since there's something so adorable about it. If Borden Hemo still existed, I'd buy it. Yes, they expressed the nutritional value and low cost of the drink mix. 🍶 But they also clearly understood WHO they were talking to. Their primary audience is moms -- with a secondary audience of kids who will bug their moms to buy it. The Borden cow 🐮 family (one of the most iconic ad icons) appeared in a series of ads and merch for Hemo. The ads focused on showing how much energy the cow kids got from one serving. They used cartoon-y, comic book sort of illustrations and a storytelling format throughout the campaign. They kept the language casual, upbeat and loving, playing off family stereotypes like a nagging husband and chatty, caring mom. The typeface and colors are aligned with the logo and extend throughout the campaign. Borden had (and still has) the bucks to do focus groups and other extensive market research. But smaller businesses can look like a bigger brand by paying close attention to why every single choice is made, from the colors you use, to your tone and imagery. By understanding who you're talking to, you're more effectively marketing to your ideal client. We're here to help you roll nothing but strikes when you're ready to score big with your marketing. 🎳 If you're interested, here's a link to more Borden's memorabilia, along with fun facts on exactly how many kids Elsie and Elmer had: https://lnkd.in/ej8nbu_d #marketing #marketingagency #fractionalCMO #fractionalmarketingdepartment #marketingteam #fractionalmarketing #idealcustomer
Lisa Munjack Knowing your audience is so critical. I love seeing this classic ad. I also enjoy looking at how advertisements change over time. But, the key factor is definitely understanding your primary and secondary (if applicable) audiences. Thanks for this great ad!
Great piece - and so cool you have it up! I wonder how common knowledge of the different vitamins was when this came out, or if they were going for an overwhelming quantity to make the case?
Lisa Munjack, it's really great to hear how you've analyzed the thought that went into creating this ad. We can all learn or re-learn something.
This is great
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7moWhat are some key elements that Borden Hemo's ad campaign targeted towards moms and kids?