Christmas is nigh upon us. You’re likely rushing around like a crazy person this week trying to get all your work done, finish up your shopping, preparing to travel, etc. Let’s take a minute to slow down and absorb some solid Christmas-themed design inspiration.
In this post, we’ll take a look at some of the clever and/or funny Christmas ads. Some will make you laugh, others might earn an approving nod or even a roll of the eyes. All are definitely worth a look and are sure to get your brain in a creative mode.
Meaningful Christmas
It’s important to remember that Christmas is all about giving and sharing your joy with others. These emotional Christmas ads from non-profit organizations highlight that in clever ways. The creativity in these ads help bring attention to important causes and make someone else’s Christmas a joyful one.
This Is Not Christmas
Waiting for Christmas
This is no place to call home
Redirected Letters to Santa
ADOPT A GIFT
Calling All Santas
While the Grinch might be a familiar theme this season, the most popular character in Christmas ads is Santa Claus. The jolly old elf – and derivatives – easily evokes holiday emotions.
Santa’s Secret
Stylish Santa for Jupiter Gentleman’s Threads
Giver Viacci Travel
McDonald’s Santa
Cairo Festival
Construction Santa
Omino Bianco Laundry Santa
Feeling Grinchy
The Grinch has been a character of the holiday season since the original animated film, “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas!” came out in 1966. The character is known for his antics and hate for the holiday at the start of the movie. This season the character is being revived in a new film and is a mainstay in Christmas advertising.
The Grinch for Wonderful Pistachios
Grinch Billboards
Window World
Christmas Trees and Decorations
Sometimes the most clever print ad designs from the holiday season focus on elements that everyone recognizes, such as Christmas trees and decorations. These ads bring together a different spin on holiday traditions and gift-giving.
Black and Decker Christmas Tree
Carla Christmas Tree
Red Cross Stocking
Stihl Christmas Tree
Christmas Pencil
Christmas Pets
Animals are a common character in Christmas print promotions – maybe it is the cute factor. These animals are sure to grab your attention and pull your giving spirit.
Shave-a-Thon Christmas
Champion Pet Food Christmas Adoption
Christmas Songs
Simple Christmas Connections
Sometimes the smallest hint of the holidays in concert with brand identity can be the perfect marriage of elements. Creating a holiday theme that’s not so overtly holiday is a craft in itself. (And it seems like beer brands have this technique mastered.)
Heineken Mistletoe
AB InBev Merry Christmas
Interesting Artwork
Combining elements and imagery that’s a little unexpected is a common advertising tactic. That is just as applicable in the holiday season.
Reinbeer
CADD Don’t Drink and Drive
Dylon Clothes Dye
BMW Jingle Bells
Kmart Jingle Joes
Pirates of Christmas
Have a Good Holiday!
Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah or Festivus, we here at Design Shack would like to wish you a very happy holiday season. Let us know what you think of the ads featured and tell us if you’ve seen any others worth sharing.