Essay On 1920s Advertising

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The year of 1920 was a time of tremendous prosperity for American culture. The concept of advertising emerged in American society as the result of progressive industrialization during nineteenth century. Mass advertising eyed on human necessities as the way to create markets and hence promoted new products in the consumer society of America. Companies advertised in magazines and newspapers and attracted large audience. Hiring of famous movie stars and sports personalities by the advertisers persuaded Americans to buy all types of products i.e. food items, utensils, medicines, coffee, electronic gadgets, cosmetic and sports products. The lifestyles of Americans were expressively affected by the emergence of mass advertising campaigns and their products. The traditional way of cleaning home was shifted to electronic equipment’s. Advertising …show more content…

Items such as cosmetics, hair dye, mouthwash, deodorants, tissues, and perfumes were added to the ever-growing list of consumer products. In the 1920's America was beginning to prosper and new technology and labor saving devices gave Americans more time for enjoyment and adventures. It was the era when Consumerism in the fashion industry roared the youth of America to adapt fashionable clothing. Young generation was influenced by the glamorous styles of famous personalities. It was the time when American’s inclination to sports; specifically love for baseball was on its peak. With the explosion of mass production and lowered prices, items were more accessible and common. So the same kind of products were now available all over states. With increasing consumption rate, America became the market of uniform nationwide products, available to everyone in states. With the innovation of industry and amalgamation

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