David Beckham Advertising Analysis

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The Essence of Britain Advertising is simply everywhere, it is something that we can not avoid. Although we might ignore it when we are walking down the street, there is always something wanting to catch our attention. We have advertisements through radio, television, magazines, newspapers, and even on billboards. It has gotten increasingly popular in today 's economy because of how companies uniquely promote their product. These advertisements are created to introduce the goods and services to an audience to try and inspire them into buying their product. Therefore; when companies promote an effective advertisement, customers usually engage in a way if it appeals to their wants and needs. "The Essence of Breitling" ad in Fortune magazine …show more content…

David Beckham is front and center wearing a nice suit and showing his Breitling watch. He is clean cut, and has a distinct look on his face. This audience will find him compelling because he was one of the most recognizeable athletes in the world, and a very popular model who has made different appearances in many different companies. His success made him very wealthy, and well known. In this specific ad David Beckham is an emotional appeal because people see him and think of past memories of him scoring soccer goals, and excelling in everything he has done. The fact that he has done so well, and come so far has made him have people look up to him, and want to be him. It is quite clear that David Beckham is looking directly into the camera for this picture, hence, directly at the reader. This look he gives states a connection with the reader. With that said, placing David Beckham in this picture allows the audience to connect to this …show more content…

This car is black with silver details, shiny, and in perfect condition. There are two pair of lights on each front end of the car that stand out as well. The black and silver suggest new, higher end quality. This car could make the audience realize how valuable status is and how it is appreciated. In this advertisement, the audience values class, and driving a brand new, elegant car. But not just any car; a Bentley car. This car gives a sense of style and importance, not only because of how Bentley is advertised alone, but with David Beckham and the Breitling watch too. The feeling of having something (a car for instance) just like a celebrity does, is something valuable. With the Bentley car, the audience can engage through pathetic appeal. A creative emotional appeal in this advertisement is the title. On the top right hand corner in bold white letters powerfully reads, “The Essence of Britain, made in Switzerland by BREITLING.” In the background of the title are the dark blue clouds in which the title visibly pops out. The white title makes Britain stand out in a pure, sensible way, because Britain is commonly known for royalty and wealth. This title pulls the audience in trying to feel a sense of Britain. This

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