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Web design
LogRocket Blog
5 days ago
Web design

Why you shouldn't use vertical trim in Figma (yet) - LogRocket Blog

Figma's vertical trim feature helps solve spacing issues caused by excess leading, enhancing design accuracy and easing development adjustments. [ more ]
Clagnut
2 months ago
Web design

Retrofitting fluid typography

Fluid typography allows for responsive design without using media queries.
Declarative design approach focuses on setting boundaries and letting mathematics fill in design gaps. [ more ]
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nostalgia
Itsnicethat
3 days ago
Graphic design

P.F. Flyers plants its feet back on nostalgic ground with new brand identity

Bokeh agency revamped P.F. Flyers' visual identity by reconnecting to its history and audience through a new logo, badges, and typography. [ more ]
Itsnicethat
2 months ago
Graphic design

Like a good Neapolitan ice cream, Happy Endings' rebrand embraces variety

Color and typography are central to brand identity
Sustainable packaging solutions are prioritized [ more ]
Phys
3 months ago
Graphic design

Power of nostalgia: Vintage typography can build emotional connections, influence attitudes, boost willingness to pay

Brands can use vintage typography to establish emotional bonds with consumers
Nostalgia is a powerful emotion that brands are using to connect with their audience [ more ]
PRINT Magazine
3 months ago
Graphic design

The Monotype 2024 Type Trends Report Has Dropped!

Traditional serif fonts and '90s/'00s nostalgia are key trends in typography for 2024.
The Monotype Type Trends Report connects each trend to a specific musical genre through reimagined vinyl LP covers. [ more ]
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rebranding
Itsnicethat
2 days ago
Graphic design

The Asda rebrand features fruit stickers and an unexpected approach to typography

Asda underwent a rebranding to create a more cohesive and personable experience for customers. [ more ]
Itsnicethat
1 month ago
Graphic design

Conran Design Group rebrands with help of Le Monde type designer Jean Francois Porchez

Conran Design Group rebrands as Havas' brand and design network with a more personable identity.
The new logo features a chunky 'C' with a hidden 'D' for design, leading to the creation of a wider brand typeface. [ more ]
Itsnicethat
2 months ago
Graphic design

Wolff Olins' rebrand of Decathlon gives the company its first ever logo

Bespoke typeface highlights brand ethos and playfulness
Decathlon's rebrand focuses on emotions and growth through sport [ more ]
Itsnicethat
2 months ago
Graphic design

Sweaty Betty ditches boutique branding to keep up with modern attitudes

Sweaty Betty underwent a rebranding with a new capitalised logotype and a more relatable typeface.
Fluoro focused on making Sweaty Betty's brand more real, representative, and relatable, catering to the concept of female empowerment. [ more ]
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font-design
Creative Bloq
2 weeks ago
Graphic design

The best number fonts

Consider the design of numbers in fonts for effective packaging and infographic design. [ more ]
Creative Bloq
1 month ago
Graphic design

The best fantasy fonts for magic, monsters and mayhem

Choosing the right fonts is crucial in setting the tone for your design within a specific genre like fantasy.
Originality is key in designing within the fantasy genre, even when drawn from familiar tropes and comparisons. [ more ]
Itsnicethat
1 month ago
Graphic design

First custom brand font for TJ Maxx built by McCann Design

TJ Max's shift from Helvetica to a personalized font.
McCann's collaboration with MCKL Type and Design for font creation. [ more ]
Medium
2 months ago
Graphic design

Font finds: bold, elegant, and not just for memes

Serifs added to sans-serif for unique typography
Exploration of hybrid font designs [ more ]
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graphic-design
Itsnicethat
3 weeks ago
Graphic design

Type knitter Rudiger Schlomer makes fonts for screens and jumpers

Type Knitting combines typography and knitting, creating challenges and unique designs. [ more ]
Medium
3 weeks ago
UX design

UX Design Challenge: Then and Now

Font size is crucial for hierarchy in design. [ more ]
Medium
1 month ago
Graphic design

This is Futura, re-imagined in 5 ways

Futura's enduring popularity stems from its simplicity and versatility
Paul Renner's vision has future-proofed Futura over the century. [ more ]
Itsnicethat
3 months ago
Graphic design

Designer Sun Young Oh focuses on words, through fonts or cat flow charts

Sun Young Oh is a South Korean graphic designer who creates unique typefaces and designs that deconstruct phrases into assorted parts.
She finds inspiration in the abstract and ambiguous nature of language, which she discovered through her experiences in Germany and her background in fine arts. [ more ]
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Itsnicethat
3 months ago
Web design

Thomas Steeles unearths the origins of the world's most hated font, Comic Sans

The article explores the history of the Comic Sans font.
It uncovers the story of its creation and early uses. [ more ]
LogRocket Blog
6 months ago
Web design

Typographic scaling: Definition, Figma tutorial, and examples - LogRocket Blog

Typographic scaling is a system used to create harmony among font sizes, line heights, and text spacing in a design project.
A typographic scale is created by starting with a base font size and consistently multiplying it by a fixed ratio to scale up or down the font sizes.
Common types of typographic scales include minor second, major second, minor third, major third, perfect fourth, augmented fourth, perfect fifth, and golden ratio scales. [ more ]
Make Type Work
7 months ago
Web design

The 3 secrets to Font Pairing

Start with an anchor font to guide the rest of your font pairings.
Consider the relationship between the anchor font and the paired font when choosing fonts. [ more ]
Itsnicethat
4 months ago
Graphic design

This non-alcoholic aperitif branding takes tips from Italian traditions

The visual look of iessi needed to be distinct from other drinks and subtly nod to Italy.
The brand identity and label design of iessi was created by designer Florent Gomez Siso, with a focus on bold typography and a bright orange color. [ more ]
Medium
1 week ago
Graphic design

Principles of Typography in UI Design

Typography is a crucial aspect in UI design, impacting readability, brand tone, and user experience. [ more ]
Speckyboy Design Magazine
1 week ago
Graphic design

20+ Best Free Futuristic Fonts for Designers

Futuristic fonts transform basic typography into modern, elegant, and innovative designs. [ more ]
Nuberodesign
1 week ago
Graphic design

Nuberodesign: Agentur fur Grafikdesign, Animation, Videoproduktion und Usability in Winterthur

Legibility is crucial in user interface design for readability and user experience. [ more ]
Creative Bloq
2 weeks ago
Graphic design

The iconic Kellogg's logo has been turned into a whole nostalgic typeface

Kellogg's iconic logo inspired a new typeface for WK Kellogg Co. [ more ]
Speckyboy Design Magazine
3 weeks ago
Graphic design

30+ Best Free Heavy & Ultra-Bold Fonts for Designers

Heavy fonts are crucial for impactful designs, commanding attention with bold strokes and amplifying a message's voice. [ more ]
Medium
1 month ago
Graphic design

The Only Three Sites You'll Need for Finding Fonts

FontShare provides modern and professional fonts for designers at no cost, transforming designs from ordinary to extraordinary. [ more ]
www.creativebloq.com
1 month ago
Graphic design

Ryan Gosling is still traumatised by the Avatar logo design

Typography and logo design humor reaches new heights with Ryan Gosling reprising his SNL skit on Papyrus font for Avatar logo. [ more ]
Creative Bloq
1 month ago
Graphic design

The best header and display fonts making an impact in 2024

Choosing the right display font is crucial for setting the tone of a project, with impactful yet nuanced fonts often being the most successful. [ more ]
Itsnicethat
1 month ago
Graphic design

The identity for the New York Times' staff conference balances motion and legibility

The identity features an 'X' isometric graphic symbolizing the act of reading, emphasizing a mix of tradition and modernity.
The design approach prioritized legibility and functionality across various platforms, combining repetitive typography and motion graphics. [ more ]
Creative Bloq
1 month ago
Graphic design

I can't get enough of these striking Japanese posters for Hollywood movies

Japan excels in vibrant movie poster design for Hollywood films from the 60s, 70s, and 80s with retro pulp vibes.
Japanese movie posters combine photography, illustration, and bold typography to create unique and eye-catching visuals. [ more ]
Olivia King
1 month ago
Graphic design

Inclusive Sans - Olivia King

Inclusive Sans font designed for accessibility and readability
Incorporates key features like clear letter distinctions and wider counter forms [ more ]
UX design
Literary Hub
2 months ago
UX design

Not Just Covers, But Every Page: Why Writers Should Talk About Book Design Early On

Interior design in books focuses on both covers and page layouts.
Designers make deliberate choices in typography layout to guide readers. [ more ]
Uxmatters
3 months ago
UX design

Visual Hierarchy: Making User Experiences Easier to Understand

Size and scale are effective ways to communicate importance in design.
Colors have the power to instantly communicate meaning and influence behavior. [ more ]
Pimp my Type
3 months ago
UX design

Better Sales Pages with better Typography - Pimp my Type

Typography is often neglected in landing page design, but it plays a crucial role in delivering the message effectively
A well-structured and clear message is important before focusing on the visual design of a sales page [ more ]
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Itsnicethat
2 months ago
Graphic design

Natasha Lucas' harmonious typeface family is launched by her old university tutors

Natasha collaborated with MuirMcNeil during a university project, leading to ongoing work on typefaces.
Her typefaces Orca, Minke, and Beluga stand out due to their free-flowing curves within geometric constraints. [ more ]
Typography
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Typography

Microsoft Word's Subtle Typeface Change Affected Millions. Did You Notice?

Calibri replaced by Aptos as default typeface in Microsoft Word after 17 years.
Designers and typography fans pay close attention to the choice of typefaces. [ more ]
Speckyboy Design Magazine
5 months ago
Typography

25+ Best Free Serif Fonts for Creatives

Serif fonts are timeless and elegant typefaces that add sophistication and readability to design projects.
They have a rich history and are versatile, making them a staple in various design projects. [ more ]
Speckyboy Design Magazine
5 months ago
Typography

20+ Best Free Slab Serif Fonts for Creatives

Slab serif fonts have a robust and rectangular appearance
They are versatile and can be used in various design applications
Slab serif fonts prioritize legibility and making a bold statement in design projects [ more ]
uxplanet.org
5 months ago
Typography

Typography essentials

Textual information is crucial in UI design for creating a positive user experience.
Typography essentials include understanding typefaces, fonts, and their appropriate use in different contexts.
Serif, sans serif, monospace, and handwritten typefaces each have distinct characteristics and applications. [ more ]
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Itsnicethat
2 months ago
Graphic design

"My baby, Byline!": Madeline Montoya on creative directing one of the most exciting new publications

Branding is essential for publications, encompassing logos, imagery, and writing style.
Holistic and collaborative approaches are important in publication design for creating a unique visual identity. [ more ]
Speckyboy Design Magazine
2 months ago
Graphic design

15+ Free Display Fonts with a Creative Flair

Display fonts are designed for large sizes to stand out
Criteria for selecting display fonts include clarity, uniqueness, and versatility [ more ]
www.fastcompany.com
2 months ago
Graphic design

The nostalgia factor: Why vintage-looking typefaces make products seem safer

Vintage typography triggers nostalgia for safety perception.
Old-school typography can positively impact consumer views on product safety. [ more ]
Itsnicethat
3 months ago
Design

"Punk yet elegant": Peruse the publication designs of Sibel Beyer

Sibel Beyer's practice focuses on book design and typography.
She combines digital and analog elements in her work, striving for unconventional yet classic designs. [ more ]
Creative Bloq
3 months ago
Graphic design

Monotype reveals the hottest typography trends of 2024

'EVERYTHINGALLOFTHETIME' refers to the philosophy of 'more is more' in typography.
'Whatever' trend is linked to the resurgence of '90s nostalgia with styles ranging from grunge to colorful pixel play. [ more ]
Itsnicethat
3 months ago
Graphic design

Monotype's type trends report predicts 90s and Y2K grunge, AI-inspired surrealism and a return of serif fonts

The article discusses three trends in typography: 'EverythingAllOfTheTime', 'De-form', and 'Return of the Serif' and 'Quirk'
Monotype's Creative Type Director discusses the role of typography in reflecting and shaping cultural conversations [ more ]
Itsnicethat
3 months ago
Graphic design

Two Times Elliott creates an "orderly yet unpredictable" identity for experience-led fragrance, thers

Two Times Elliott chose Neue Haas Grotesk for precise and authoritative communication.
The fragrance packaging features 3D sculpted embossed lettering and a metallic finish for a tactile and unique experience. [ more ]
Smashing Magazine
3 months ago
Artificial intelligence

The AI Dilemma In Graphic Design: Steering Towards Excellence In Typography And Beyond - Smashing Magazine

AI promises a major upheaval in typography, presenting both opportunities and challenges for designers.
In the future, AI assistants like TypeMaster3000 could generate multilingual and inventive font options with consistent quality. [ more ]
Creative Bloq
3 months ago
Graphic design

'Seeing the responses has been really uplifting': How we made the Wonka movie typography

The bespoke typography used in the film Wonka has become a standout feature, designed to mimic the handwriting of Wonka's mother and align with the film's marketing materials.
Alexandria Vernon, the designer of the Wonka logo, was approached by a former colleague who thought her skills in crafted typography made her the perfect fit for the project. [ more ]
Speckyboy Design Magazine
4 months ago
Graphic design

20+ Best Free Geometric Fonts for Designers

Typography plays a crucial role in ensuring that written language is clear, readable, and visually appealing.
Geometric fonts are characterized by clean lines, minimalist shapes, and geometric precision, making them a popular choice for contemporary design projects. [ more ]
Cloud Four
4 months ago
Web development

Tyler's CSS Wish List for 2024

CSS features that were wished for in 2023 have been implemented in modern browsers
New CSS features are being hoped for in 2024 [ more ]
Itsnicethat
5 months ago
Graphic design

Mascots are back! Trivago's logo becomes very smiley door hanger

Trivago has redesigned its brand with a new logo, typography, and illustrations
The redesign aims to redefine the essence of the brand and make it more recognizable and relatable [ more ]
The Drum
5 months ago
Online marketing

My Creative Career: Mark Elwood, chief creative officer at Leo Burnett UK

Mark Elwood's journey into the creative industry was unexpected and unplanned.
His apprenticeship at The House of Naylor shaped his career and fueled his passion for design. [ more ]
Medium
5 months ago
Graphic design

What is Tracking in Typography? The Ultimate Guide to Typography Tracking

Tracking, also known as letter spacing, is the adjustment of horizontal space between characters in typography.
Tracking is a critical component of good typography and design, improving the appearance and legibility of text. [ more ]
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