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Just Do it

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This sportswear brand has been supporting top athletes for many, many years. It was founded in 1964 in the beautiful state of Oregon, though under a different name than the one it has today! Famous for its "Swoosh" logo, it started out making sports shoes, but today, it offers different kinds of apparel and products. We know you know which brand we're talking about!

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Melts in Your Mouth, Not in Your Hands

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For those of us with a sweet tooth, there's one candy that checks all the boxes. It has chocolate, colorful candy, a mix of textures, and a lot of flavor!

Although still one of the most popular candies among Americans today, this brand isn't new; it was actually founded back in 1941. And here's an interesting fact: When it was created, one of the brand's main goals was to make the perfect candy for WWII soldiers! Can you guess which brand it is?

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Breakfast of Champions

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A good breakfast is one thing, but a breakfast of champions? That's a new level! And we all want to start the day like a champion, don't we?

This cereal brand certainly knows that, and that's why it adopted this unforgettable slogan. It was created in 1924, and since the 1930s, it has featured iconic athletes on its boxes. Guess who was the first? Lou Gehrig, The "Iron Horse" of baseball!

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I'm Lovin' It

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When it comes to fast food, this brand is the first that comes to mind. Originally founded as a drive-in restaurant in 1940, it grew by leaps and bounds to become the famous brand it is today, present in more than 100 countries around the world! Both its slogan and logo are hugely recognized worldwide, and it's hard to find someone who hasn't tried something from its menu.

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There are some things money can't buy. For everything else…

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This company really knew how to condense their service into a great slogan! And, in fact, they have been using it for almost 3 decades. Founded in 1966 with a different name than the one it has today, this financial services company is not only here in America but you can also find it in Europe, Asia, Africa, and Australia! What's your guess?

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Betcha Can't Eat Just One

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This brand's slogan is absolutely true! Their snack is so delicious that it's one of the most popular salty treats, not just in America but all over the world.

Surprisingly, this brand is over 90 years old! Its success is likely due not just to its iconic advertising campaigns but also to the delicious "crunch" inside every bag. Do you already know which brand we're talking about?

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Just Do it- Nike

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Of course! Nike has been encouraging us to "Just Do It" since 1988, when it adopted this iconic slogan, now one of the most famous in the world. With its classic athletic spirit, Nike inspires us to take action with purpose, overcome obstacles, and chase our goals.

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Melts in Your Mouth, Not in Your Hands- M&Ms

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That's right! This iconic M&M's slogan has been around for more than 70 years, and its origin is quite interesting. As we mentioned, the brand aimed to create a candy suitable for WWII soldiers, so they came up with the genius idea of coating chocolate with a thin candy shell to keep it from melting inside the package. Just brilliant (and delicious)!

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Breakfast of Champions- Wheaties

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With its famous slogan, Wheaties has been associating itself with sporting excellence since 1933, reinforcing this image by featuring elite athletes on each of its orange boxes. Michael Jordan, Serena Williams, and Muhammad Ali are just some of the great competitors that have been on the cover.

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I'm Lovin' It- McDonald's

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Of course you knew it! "I'm Lovin' It" is the legendary and unmistakable slogan of the Golden Arches: McDonald's . Though it feels like it's been around forever, it's actually relatively young! Introduced in 2003 , it debuted alongside a catchy jingle that you probably still have stuck in your head.

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There are some things that money can't buy; for everything else, there's Mastercard

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Mastercard's "Priceless" campaign is one of the most successful advertising initiatives worldwide. Focusing on customers' feelings, it highlights the emotional value of things money can't buy, like love and happiness. But it also drives home a key point: for everything that does require money, there's a Mastercard to make it possible.

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Betcha Can't Eat Just One- Lay's

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If you're craving a tasty snack, Lay's is probably one of the first brands that comes to mind. Known for being one of the most famous potato chip brands, they really know how to tempt us. That's why they rightly say, "Betcha Can't Eat Just One." At least, we definitely can't!

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Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis – Timeless elegance

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Few women have left as lasting a mark on fashion as Jackie Kennedy. She was known for her bouffant hairstyle, pillbox hats, tailored coats, and sleek shift dresses, all of which became defining styles of the 1960s.

After leaving the White House, her style evolved into something more relaxed yet equally chic. Her fashion sense was never flashy; it always exuded class.

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Grace Kelly - The Princess of sophistication

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Grace Kelly’s name alone evokes timeless glamour. Before she became a real-life princess, she was already Hollywood royalty , known for her elegant, understated fashion choices.

She was known for her simple yet sophisticated silhouettes, often wearing A-line dresses, pearls, and classic handbags.

When she married Prince Rainier of Monaco, her bridal gown—one of the most famous of all time—sealed her status as a style icon. The Hermès "Kelly" bag was even named after her, cementing her influence in the fashion world. Talk about an influencer!

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Elizabeth Taylor - The Queen of diamonds and drama

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Known for her lavish gowns, dramatic accessories, and love of bold colors, Elizabeth Taylor always commanded attention. She had a lifelong love affair with jewelry, particularly diamonds, and owned one of the most famous collections in the world. Whether on-screen or off, her style was glamorous, extravagant, and unapologetically feminine .

She embraced figure-hugging dresses, plunging necklines, and luxurious fabrics, making her a standout in any crowd. Taylor didn’t follow trends—she created them.

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Marilyn Monroe - The Ultimate Bombshell

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When you think of iconic American fashion, Marilyn Monroe’s name is bound to come up, right? She made hourglass silhouettes, red lipstick, and platinum blonde hair synonymous with Old Hollywood glamour.

Whether it was the iconic white halter dress from The Seven Year Itch or a curve-hugging gown dripping in sequins, no one can deny that she knew how to make a statement. Her fashion choices exuded confidence, sensuality, and star power. She was all about the how , not just what to wear!

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David Bowie - The chameleon of style

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Fashion is for men too, you know? Take David Bowie, for example. He wasn’t just a music legend—he was a walking fashion revolution. He reinvented himself countless times, from the glittering, androgynous Ziggy Stardust to the sleek and sophisticated Thin White Duke.

He pushed boundaries with bold makeup, avant-garde suits, and dramatic costumes , never afraid to embrace the unusual. Bowie understood that fashion is a performance, a statement, and an extension of identity.

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Diana Ross - Disco diva and glam goddess

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Diana Ross took fashion to dazzling new heights. As the lead singer of The Supremes and later as a solo star, she embraced glitzy gowns, feather boas, and over-the-top glamour.

She was the definition of confidence and star power, making every sequin shine just a little brighter. In the 1970s, her big hair (isn’t that the first thing you think of?), bold colors, and dramatic silhouettes became legendary. But she also knew how to rock chic, tailored suits and exude effortless elegance when the occasion called for it. To put it simply, she was the blueprint for diva style.

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Prince - Fashion without limits

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Another man on the list, and he has truly earned this spot. Prince didn’t just wear clothes; he made them an extension of his art. Known for his purple suits, ruffled shirts, and sky-high heels, he redefined masculinity in fashion.

He blurred the lines between romantic, edgy, and flamboyant , making everything he wore feel iconic. Lace, sequins, metallic fabrics—whatever it was, he embraced it all with confidence. His signature color, purple, became an essential part of his brand. But more than anything, he made it clear that personal style should have no rules.

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Cher - The Queen of reinvention

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Did you think we would forget about her? Of course not! Cher is the original risk-taker in fashion. From iconic dresses to extravagant feathered headpieces , she’s never been afraid to push boundaries. She turned glamorous, bohemian, and rockstar styles into her signature looks.

In the ’60s, she rocked hippie-chic bell bottoms. By the ’70s and ’80s, she had become a daring fashion powerhouse on the red carpet. Even today, she continues to surprise with her bold choices. If anyone has proven that fashion is about having fun and embracing drama, it’s definitely Cher.

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Lauren Bacall - Effortlessly cool and always classy

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Lauren Bacall’s fashion was the epitome of effortless sophistication. She mastered the art of sharp tailoring, wide-leg trousers, and classic silhouettes . With her deep voice and signature smirk, she radiated cool confidence in everything she wore.

She made menswear-inspired fashion incredibly chic long before it became trendy. Her style was all about clean lines, luxurious fabrics, and understated glamour. If you want to channel timeless elegance, look no further—she’s the one to look up to!

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Katharine Hepburn - The queen of trousers

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Speaking of power suits, before that was even a thing, Katharine Hepburn was redefining women’s fashion. She was known for her love of menswear-inspired looks , often sporting tailored trousers, crisp button-down shirts, and structured blazers.

At a time when women were expected to dress in delicate, feminine styles, Hepburn’s bold, no-nonsense aesthetic was revolutionary. She proved that style isn’t about following trends—it’s about confidence, and that a ball gown has nothing on tailored trousers!

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Hell’s Kitchen

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What’s in a name? In this case, fire, grit, and a wink of humor. Legend has it that during a riot, a young police officer muttered, "This place is hell itself," only for his older partner to quip, "Hell’s a mild climate—this is hell’s kitchen." The pun was too good to forget, and the nickname stuck. Years later, developers tried a new label—"Clinton"—hoping it would sound more welcoming on real estate brochures. But New Yorkers can be a bit stubborn, and locals chose to keep the old name. After all, only "Hell’s Kitchen" could do justice to a neighborhood with that much flavor, grit, and, well, heat.

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Harlem

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Back in the 1600s, when northern Manhattan was little more than farmland, Dutch settlers, homesick for their town across the sea, named the area Nieuw Haarlem after Haarlem in the Netherlands. Time smoothed away the "Nieuw," but the name remained. Centuries later, Harlem became something entirely of its own: a world capital of music, art, and pride. The rhythms may have changed from Dutch hymns to jazz and soul, but the name still carries the same echo of nostalgia and creativity.

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Greenwich Village

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Long before jazz bars and coffeehouses filled the air with chatter, this corner of Manhattan was a quiet patch of countryside known as Groenwijck—Dutch for "pine district." The British, with their habit for renaming, turned it into Greenwich, and generations of locals affectionately shortened it to "the Village." Its winding lanes still ignore the city’s rigid grid, twisting and bending like memories of the farmland that came before. Even today, as musicians play on stoops and artists linger in cafés, the Village keeps that timeless feeling.

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Chelsea

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Here’s a name steeped in nostalgia and old-world charm. In the mid-1700s, retired British Major Thomas Clarke bought a large plot of land overlooking the Hudson River and built his dream home, naming it "Chelsea" after the genteel London district he once knew. The estate is long gone, swallowed by the city’s constant growth, but its name never left the map. Over the centuries, the neighborhood evolved with a flair worthy of its heritage. First a quiet residential area, then a bustling creative hub filled with galleries, theaters, and fashion studios. Much like its London namesake, New York’s Chelsea has always worn its artistic spirit proudly, with just the right touch of elegance.

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The Meatpacking District

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It sounds tough because it was. In the early 1900s, this corner of Manhattan had more than 250 meatpacking plants and slaughterhouses filling the air with noise—and, yes, a certain aroma that no candle could ever mask. Workers hauled sides of beef down cobblestone streets dusted with ice and sawdust, a daily ballet of grit and muscle. Today, the scent of raw steak has been replaced by perfume and espresso, and the warehouses now house boutiques and rooftop bars. Still, the name "Meatpacking District" hangs on proudly, a reminder that even glamour was built on hard work and heavy lifting.

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Times Square

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Believe it or not, the origin of this glowing crossroads has more to do with ink and paper than neon lights. In 1904, when The New York Times moved its headquarters to what was then called Longacre Square, the city decided to rename the area in the paper’s honor. To mark the occasion, the Times threw a grand celebration complete with fireworks and electric lights. Decades later, the newspaper has long since moved out, but the glow never dimmed. What began as a nod to journalism became the city’s biggest stage, where the lights still flash like headlines that never stop breaking.

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SoHo

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It may sound like a borrowed bit of London, but this SoHo is a New York creation. Back in the 1960s, urban planner Chester Rapkin was writing a report about a fading industrial zone just SOuth of HOuston Street, and casually shortened that phrase into "SoHo." He couldn’t have known he was naming one of the city’s trendiest neighborhoods. As artists began filling the old cast-iron factories with studios and galleries, the nickname spread faster than wet paint. Soon, SoHo meant loft living, street art, and downtown cool. And here’s a fun fact for visitors: in Manhattan, Houston is pronounced HOW -ston, not like the Texas city. Mispronounce it, and you’ll hear all about it before you hit the next crosswalk!

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NoHo

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By now, you probably know the drill. After the renaming of SoHo proved such a success, the north couldn’t be left behind. When the area NOrth of HOuston Street, another cluster of lofts and studios began to bloom, it soon earned the mirrored name "NoHo." Smaller and quieter, it kept its creative streak without the chaos. Cast-iron buildings, cobbled streets, and a calm charm that feels like SoHo’s thoughtful twin, equally artistic but happy to hum instead of shout.

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TriBeCa

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What if geometry had a ZIP code? That’s pretty much how TRIangle BElow CAnal Street —better known as TriBeCa—came to be. The name began as a bit of city-planning jargon for a small, oddly shaped area, but once The New York Times printed it, the label spread faster than a rumor on the subway. Before long, the whole neighborhood embraced its new identity. Today, those wide streets and grand old warehouses host film festivals, art galleries, and lofts so sleek they make geometry look downright glamorous.

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NoLIta

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Tucked just NOrth of LITtle ITAly, this petite pocket of Manhattan once blended seamlessly with its pasta-and-pastry-filled neighbor. Then came the wave of stylish boutiques, corner cafés, and street-front charm that begged for its own identity. The solution? NoLIta, a name so snappy it sounds like it’s been around forever. Sleek, sunny, and effortlessly cool, it’s proof that in New York, a clever name can turn a few city blocks into a full-blown destination.

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Turtle Bay

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At first glance, the name sounds cute enough for a storybook, and in a way, it is. Back in the 1600s, Dutch settlers named a small farm near a creek that flowed into the East River. Some say it referred to the turtles that lived there; others claim it came from the Dutch word deutal , "bent blade," describing the curve of the bay. Either way, it’s one of Manhattan’s softest names, a calm corner in the city that never sleeps.

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Gramercy

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Long ago, this Manhattan neighborhood was a swampy patch of land the Dutch called Krom Moerasje , meaning "little crooked marsh," hardly the kind of description you’d want on a real estate brochure. In the early 19th century, developer Samuel B. Ruggles acquired the land and renamed it Gramercy , adapting an archaic expression derived from the French grand merci , meaning "many thanks." Suddenly, it sounded far more elegant. The neighborhood grew around its most famous feature: Gramercy Park, a private, gated square that remains key-only to this day. In New York, that’s about as close as it gets to a secret garden.