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The discussion naturally draws comparisons to past marketing campaigns, notably Calvin Klein’s provocative ads involving young models like Brooke Shields. These ads pushed boundaries and often flirted with controversy, similarly aiming to sell sexuality and youthful allure. The current wave of advertising featuring Sweeney is perceived as a pivot back to more traditional, conservative themes, which some interpret as a rejection of the “woke” era of marketing that emphasized diversity, body positivity, and inclusive representation.