40 of the very best print ads of all time

KFC Ikea billboard
(Image credit: KFC Spain on Twitter)

In this digital age that we're living in it might feel like print is a thing of the past, but there's still lots to be learned from the best print ads. Unlike many digital ads that have the bonus of motion design, print ads have the tricky task of grabbing our attention with static visuals alone, leading to some ingenious and creative design solutions.

As demonstrated by the best billboard advertising examples, sometimes simple graphics and clever copy are all you need to make a bold statement in your ad campaign. For even more creative inspiration check out the best adverts of all time, but if you're looking for print ads specifically, read on to see our curated selection of the best print adverts from across the decades.

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Daniel John
Design Editor

Daniel John is Design Editor at Creative Bloq. He reports on the worlds of design, branding and lifestyle tech, and has covered several industry events including Milan Design Week, OFFF Barcelona and Adobe Max in Los Angeles.

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