a fine selection of opinions, hot takes & thoughts on design...

a fine selection of opinions, hot takes & thoughts on design...

Logos of Framer, Webflow, Wix, and WordPress representing popular website building platforms

Jan 21st 2026

How to Choose a Website Platform — What Actually Matters

Choosing a website platform is easy. Getting real value out of it is not. This article breaks down today’s main platforms and explains what actually matters beyond the tool.

Jaguar rebranding comparison showing the shift from the classic jaguar emblem to a minimal wordmark logo

Jan 20th 2026

Do I Need a Rebrand? How to Know When It’s Time (and When It’s Not)

You don’t wake up wanting a rebrand — you feel something’s off. This guide helps you understand what rebranding really means, the visual signs to look for, and how to tell if it’s actually time to rethink your brand.

Four iconic New York typography examples including the I ❤ NY logo, The New York Times blackletter masthead, NYC subway signage, and the New York Magazine calligraphic masthead.

Jan 19th 2026

The Typography of New York: Fonts, Lettering, and Voice

Not all iconic typography is about choosing a font. This article breaks down the lettering, typefaces, and systems that shaped New York’s visual voice.

Loewe new logo featuring the refined anagram and wordmark, showing the updated monogram with cleaner proportions

Jan 16th 2026

Loewe’s New Logo, Explained: Not a Rebrand, a Precise Edit

At first glance, nothing seems different. Look again, and Loewe’s new logo starts to tell a much bigger story about evolution, authorship, and restraint.

 DMPLNG branding comparison: clean red logo layout vs cheap Canva-style Chinese restaurant template with generic dumpling icon and CTA.

Jan 15th 2026

Cheap vs Well-Done Branding: The Difference Is Process, Not Price

Cheap branding isn’t defined by how much you spend, but by how little thinking goes into it. This guide shows how to spot shortcut branding — and what a real branding process actually feels like.

Asahi Super Dry can photographed on a reflective surface, highlighting the iconic logotype and typography as a core element of the brand’s visual identity.

Jan 14th 2026

What Asahi Super Dry Teaches Us About Custom Typefaces

Custom typefaces are often seen as a luxury. Looking at Asahi Super Dry, we explore why they can actually be one of the most practical and powerful tools in a brand system.

Red flag and green check icons representing warning signs and positive signals when working with a branding agency.

Jan 13th 2026

What to Expect When Working With a Branding Agency

Working with a branding agency shouldn’t feel like a gamble. Here’s what actually happens, what’s normal, and what you should expect before you hire one.

Visual comparison of museum identities featuring The Branch Museum of Design, the Natural History Museum London, and The Metropolitan Museum of Art, highlighting how architecture and branding coexist across cultural institutions.

Dec 13th 2025

Museum Branding Done Right (and Why It Matters to Your Visit)

You’re not supposed to notice museum branding. But it’s already telling you where to go, and when to buy the tote.

A visual timeline of Coca-Cola wordmark variations, showing how typography and color remain consistent while the logo evolves across different eras.

Dec 9th 2025

Do I Need a Rebrand? 7-Question Brand Checklist

If you’re asking “do I need a rebrand?”, this simple 7-question checklist will help you see if you’re ready for a full rebrand, a lighter refresh, or if your brand is fine for now.

A row of abstract, colorful facial expressions representing different emotions, illustrating how color influences perception and feeling in branding.

Dec 5th 20025

Color psychology in branding: how to choose your brand colors

Color psychology in branding: how to choose brand colors that really match your personality, your audience and your industry

Noma restaurant exterior with three Michelin stars logo overlaid on the facade

Aug 28th 2025

Michelin Star Branding: The Noma Lesson

Three stars, one secret: at Noma, design tells the story long before the dish reaches the table…

Collage of celebrity-founded brands showing Chamberlain Coffee, Ayoh, Skims and Sweat logos over lifestyle photos

Aug 21st 2025

The Celebrity Brand Illusion

Kardashian, Chamberlain, Robegrill—a famous name can make anything go viral. But can it make it profitable?

Logos of popular generative AI tools surrounding the OpenAI icon, illustrating today’s expanding AI assistant ecosystem

Aug 14th 2025

AI: The Best Intern You’ll Ever Have

AI isn’t here to steal your job—unless you’re just sipping coffee and flirting with your coworker.

Assorted HBO Max and Max logos on a blue gradient background illustrating the streaming service’s confusing rebrand and shifting brand identity

Aug 7th 2025

HBO Max Can't Decide Who It Is...

When the name changes more than the content, something’s off. Here’s why HBO Max’s branding chaos matters...

Aeromexico’s previous Aztec Eagle Knight logo compared with the new 2024 humanised emblem on a dark blue background

Sep 18 2024

Aeromexico’s 2024 Rebranding Crash, From Iconic to Lifeless

Aug 1 2023

Monograms: Beyond the Ugly Tracksuit Print

Jul 4 2023

Bottles That Are More Aesthetic Than You, Casa Azul

Jun 28 2023

Who Still Uses Paper Invites? Discover The Most Creative Fashion Invites

Feb 19 2023

BTS: Their Album Covers Have More Feelings than Your Ex

Jan 10 2024

TopoChico: The Not So 'Chico' Billion Dollar Company

Jan 2 2024

Caps Lock Off: Avianca's Subtle Shift from 'A' to 'a'

Oct 26 2023

Beyond Tumblers: The Colors That Built YETI's Empire

Oct 12 2023

Oreo's Brand Strategy of Weird AF Flavors, Why?

Oct 5 2023

AirIndia Departing To: Rebranding

Sep 26, 2023

Wobble & Wow: Unveiling Jell-O's New Look

Sep 19, 2023

Navigating the City in Style: Aesthetics of Public Transport

Jul 9, 2023

Mastering the Rebrand: Strategies for a Seamless Transition

Jul 9, 2023

What the F*ck is 'Lorem Ipsum'

Jun 9, 2023

Pepsis Electrifying Rebrand: A Bold and Alluring Transformation

Jun 6, 2023

Burberrys Rebirth: Heritage Meets Modernity