Am I the only one who doesn’t cringe at the new “Chinese Cybertruck” look?

It’s basically a Cybertruck—just marginally easier on the eyes.Let’s be real: Tesla’s boxy, oversized electric pickup has been the target of endless jokes since day one. Who could forget the debut when those “bulletproof” windows shattered on live TV? The last thing anyone seemed to need was another vehicle aping the Cybertruck’s polarizing design. So …

The Glenlivet’s AI Packaging Feels Jarringly Out of Step with Its Brand

The Glenlivet has landed on a head-scratching selling point. How does Scotland’s oldest legally operating distillery stay relevant in 2024? And how does it justify a roughly $46,240 price tag (based on current EUR-to-USD exchange rates) for its ultra-rare 50-year-old single malt Scotch? By slapping AI-generated art on its packaging, apparently. Over the past year, …

10 Must-Have Design Tools for Marketing Pros

You might think professional marketing campaign designs require hiring a graphic designer—and you’re not wrong. But let’s be real: sometimes you just need a quick mockup for a client presentation, a rough prototype to validate a concept, or a fun digital flyer to share on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. Maybe you want to spark a …

24 Stunning iOS App Icon Designs That Stand Out

Crafting eye-catching iOS app icons is a true art form. The best ones distill an app’s core purpose into a single compact square—one that needs to pop amid a cluttered home screen or App Store grid. These icons aren’t just pretty; they’re strategic, memorable, and perfectly aligned with their apps’ identities. Below, we’re highlighting 24 …

How to Build a Free Website with Google: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to use Google Sites to create a professional-looking website quickly—no coding required and completely free! Looking to build an impressive portfolio or a simple business website without spending a dime? Google Sites might be the perfect solution for you. Originally launched as JotSpot in 2006, Google acquired and relaunched the platform in 2008. …

Bentley and Macallan Just Unveiled the Story Behind the World’s Most Bizarre Whisky Bottle

This Scotch Makes You Wish You Could Take It for a Drive Buckle up—Bentley, the iconic luxury automaker, has teamed up with Macallan to create a whisky bottle that looks like something straight out of a sci-fi movie. In fact, its design is so bold that it even outshines Tesla’s edgy lightning-bolt tequila bottle. The …

Free Affinity App Ignites Fiery Debate in the Artist and Designer Community

This week, Canva turned heads by making Affinity—its popular alternative to Adobe’s creative suite—free for everyone, and the move quickly kicked up a frenzy among artists and designers. While some are celebrating the arrival of a new no-cost Photoshop alternative, others are approaching it with caution, wondering: What’s the catch here? The App’s Big Upgrade …

Tesla’s Robotaxi Trademark Rejection Highlights a Need for Fresher Branding

Depending on who you ask, Elon Musk gets hailed as a “genius inventor”—but when it comes to naming his creations, he’s never been a standout. Tesla itself shares a name with an existing company (we break down that overlap in our Tesla logo history), the Cybertruck sounds like a generic ride straight out of a …

Matheson Food Company’s Retro-Infused Packaging Is a Delicious Throwback

Matty Matheson—renowned chef and founder of Matheson Food Company—has cooked up an instant classic, bringing a cozy wave of retro nostalgia to Canadian pantries with his brand’s new product line. Drawing inspiration from 1930s design sensibilities, these stylish offerings deliver a bold yet timelessly elegant vibe that stands out in today’s packaging landscape. The nostalgia …

Adobe Software Guide: Which Apps Fit Your Creative Needs?

Creative Cloud Apps Breakdown: Learn What Each Program Does (and Who It’s For) Adobe’s software lineup is massive—covering nearly every creative field you can think of. Whether you’re into graphic design, illustration, digital art, photography, web design, content creation, or filmmaking, there’s an app tailored to your work. Recent AI upgrades, like Firefly’s Generative Video …