Leesa Evans, Fashion Stylist, New York

Description

The image shows two vintage-style advertisements side by side. On the left, a male swimmer is seen in a pool with a cigarette in his mouth. The water is turquoise with white lane markers, and a white and blue float is visible. The swimmer is wearing a white swimming cap and goggles. On the right, a male with a gold medal around his neck is surrounded by two women. The male is wearing a white swim cap and goggles, and a printed cover-up. The women are wearing sunglasses and swimwear. In both advertisements, text promotes a cigarette brand, using athletic imagery.