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Standout Examples + Go-To Online Resources Crafting standout packaging design isn’t a walk in the park—it takes real creativity and innovation to think outside the box, quite literally. Not only does the packaging need to reflect the product itself, but it also has to catch the eye and appeal to shoppers in a crowded market …
Prioritize Inclusivity Over Just Looks By now, most Swifties have (sort of) calmed down from the collective excitement surrounding Taylor Swift’s upcoming album announcement. While many fans gushed over the album cover’s design, the rollout came with a major, even damaging flaw—its color scheme. Orange and green might look eye-catching together, but for millions of …
When it comes to bourbon branding, striking a balance between heritage and contemporary flair is everything—and the James B. Beam Distilling Company nails that balance with its latest release: Old Grand-Dad 16 Year. This 100-proof, limited-edition bottling (a one-time-only run, no less) is a masterful example of legacy-driven design, blending timeless appeal with fresh energy. …
I’m old enough to recall the short-lived era when iPhone photo app wars came down to just two players: Instagram and Hipstamatic. Back then, it was all about which one had the best retro filters—no frills, no extra noise. Then Instagram started piling on social features, and well, we all know how that story went. …
I never imagined I’d end up writing something critical of Taylor Swift. I’ve been a die-hard fan ever since her Eras Tour movie hooked me, and even though my usual music taste leans toward post-rock, punk, and metal, her pandemic-era albums Evermore and Folklore hit a emotional chord I didn’t know pop music could reach. …
The iPhone 17 is gearing up for Apple’s most dramatic smartphone redesign in years—and that’s no overstatement. After half a decade of devices that barely differed visually, we’re getting a brand-new addition to the lineup, the ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air, plus a total overhaul of the camera setup on the iPhone 17 Pro. And now, …
Over the years, we’ve come across all sorts of wild brand collaborations—but few hit that sweet spot of “kitschy fun” quite like this kawaii-themed Monopoly board. Fresh off his recent appearance at San Diego Comic-Con (where he celebrated Tokidoki’s 20th anniversary), Italian artist and designer Simone Legno has put his brand’s signature spin on the …
From image generation to UI design, these 6 AI plugins are game-changers for speeding up creative workflows. The best AI plugins boost productivity, streamline workflows, and elevate final creative outputs by adding AI-powered tools to the popular creative software you already use. There’s a plugin for nearly every need, and most are updated regularly—so you …
Folks who regularly read my Creative Bloq pieces (hey there, both of you!) know I’m obsessed with one specific coffee maker. The Moccamaster KBGV Select isn’t just an appliance to me—it’s basically my morning lifeline. Every day, it greets me with a batch of delicious, fresh, piping-hot black coffee, and if I’m feeling ambitious? It …
Liquid Glass just got a subtle yet welcome glow-up. Rolling out a new iOS update is rarely a smooth ride. Apple typically kicks things off with a flashy keynote reveal, only to follow it up with months of beta testing—a phase where developers and eager iPhone users dig into every nook and cranny of the …