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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 …
Pride Month might have wrapped up, but a fresh calendar plugin is making sure key moments in LGBTQIA+ history stay front of mind 365 days a year. Meet Today is Gay—a sleek, thoughtfully designed calendar tool that offers daily insights into LGBTQIA+ culture, covering everything from milestone anniversaries to heartbreaking instances of homophobic tragedy. Developed …
Let’s be real—taxes are tedious, confusing, and no one’s idea of a good time. But that’s starting to change, thanks to Pie: a fresh tax app that puts financial know-how (usually only available to folks with a personal financial advisor) in everyone’s pocket. Simple to navigate, tailored to your needs, and designed to reward smart …