Tuesday, February 8, 2011

Facebook Ads and What They Seem To Know About Me?!

There are three ads that appear almost all the time when I log onto my profile. It's interesting because on some way I can relate to them. They are the following:

Ad # 1 titled: French Language & Culture
This ad states, "Study the French language in Aix-en-Provence and see France while Studying abroad. Learn More!" The picture to the right is not the actual picture that this ad has. Instead its a picture of two girls in France pointing at something fascinating in France. 
Interestingly enough, I really want to study abroad for my second semester junior year. I wasn't necessarily of thinking about France but in general I love to travel and learn about other cultures. 
Im not sure this ad particularly wants me to study abroad in France. However, it was relatable because of my cultural interest and background. Plus, my desire to travel abroad. I never clicked on the link to "learn more" but I am sure it talks about how to study abroad in France through a program. What "it" doesn't know is that Queen's offers study abroad trips for free, so no thank you..but nice try, ad!

Ad # 2 titled: Win a BMW X3 Lease
This ad states, "Enter the X3 Matchup to win the Ultimate X3 Experience." The picture has a red BMW X3, similar to the one posted on here. 
I love luxury cars. Especially German cars. But between a BMW and Mercedes I have to choose a Benz...but maybe I'm bias since my own car is a Benz. In general I love cars, so for it to keep posting this ad I think its pretty cool since if I had the money I buy several cars. Im not too big on sweepstakes prizes because I am simply not that lucky or there is always a hoax to it. Either way I think this ad is appropriate for someone who loves and enjoys car as much as I do. Especially since its a German car.

Ad # 3 titled: Up To 50% Off At Modcloth
This blog states, "Get warm, toasty, and stylish! Shop our Cozy Up Sale now and get free shipping on $100 + orders" Okay, so first off who wouldn't want 50% off clothing?! But, I'm not too familiar with Modcloth and although I love fashion and can relate to the ad rather some guy getting this ad, I would never want to buy expensive clothing online. I  understand that online shopping is becoming a fad but I don't like it too much because you can't try it on and cant see it in real life versus's online. I definitely would not buy more than $100 worth of clothing to get free shipping? I don't know, maybe this would appeal to someone who really enjoys online shopping and fashion. It's just not me. In fact, out of these three ads it appeals to me the least but I can still relate because I am a female that enjoys clothes, sales, and shopping.

2 comments:

  1. Wow! This is really neat how you can relate to all three in some way. I agree with you on buying clothing and big purchases on line; I am not to much of a fan either! Will you now look into traveling abroad to France because of this ad? Is it at all perssuasive towards you?

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  2. So I just saw this comment too!! I actually have never been to France but I might look into it. I really want to go to Spain so Ill have to see :) it is very persuasive though

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