Condom commercials tend to be silly, or so-bad-at-conveying-sexiness-they’re-silly, and we can all appreciate them a little bit more now that we don’t have to uncomfortably ignore them while watching TV with family members. Below, we’ve found 10 of the best ads from around the world that maybe pushed the envelope just a bit too much in an attempt to have us all buying French Letters.
1. The Shopping Trip-Belgium (SFW)
We had to turn down the volume to watch this one, so maybe that’s part of what makes it so effective. The humor is a little dark, perhaps particularly for those who have had such a shopping trip before, which may be why it was banned in the United States.
2. Dream – India (SFW)
As Tennyson wrote, “In the Spring a young man’s fancy lightly turns to thoughts of love,” so why not be safe about it?
3. Chocolate Flavored Condoms – Belgium (SFW)
We truly mourn the day when any references to milkmen will go completely over the heads of the world’s population.
4. New Apartment – Australia (SFW―Assuming You Have Headphones)
We liked this one not only because it emphasizes female pleasure, it’s also a great reminder of things to check next time we view a new apartment.