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Pantone Picks 2024 Color of the Year: “Peach Fuzz”

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Leatrice Wiseman, executive director of Pantone Color Institute recently revealed the 2024 color of the year, “Peach Fuzz”.  The company has chosen a soft peach hue that enriches the body, mind, and soul. She explains: “A cozy peach hue softly nestled between pink and orange, PANTONE 13-1023 Peach Fuzz brings belonging, inspires recalibration, and an opportunity for nurturing, conjuring up an air of calm, offering us a space to be, feel, and heal and to flourish from whether spending time with others or taking the time to enjoy a moment by ourselves. Drawing comfort from Peach Fuzz, we can find peace from within, impacting our well-being. An idea as much as a feeling Peach Fuzz awakens our senses to the comforting presence of tactility and cocooned warmth.” The Pantone Institute is most famous for its accurate color-matching program which was developed in the 1960s. The special program collects and arranges different hues with a specific chip system. The company is also involve

Adobe-Figma Deal Canceled: What Happens Next?

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In September 2022, Adobe announced plans to buy Figma for $20 billion. Figma is a popular online design and team collaboration tool. Many designers use it to create prototypes and designs. The deal was set to be finalized in 2023. But on December 2023 , it was called off unexpectedly. Adobe and Figma agreed to cancel their merger agreement. This surprised the design and tech communities. Now users are wondering, what does this mean for the future of these companies and their products? Here’s an overview of why the acquisition fell through and what might happen next. Why was the Adobe Figma Deal Canceled? After the deal was announced last year, it received pushback from Figma users and others in the industry. Critics raised concerns about Adobe gaining too much control in the design space. Some Figma users worried the quality of the platform would decline under Adobe. Others didn’t like an established company buying up a smaller competitor. Figma’s market value is less than one

20+ Cracked & Broken Fonts for Weathered & Fractured Designs

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Are you looking to infuse your design projects with a touch of uniqueness and creativity ? Whether you’re a graphic designer, artist, or simply someone seeking to add an extraordinary flair to your visual creations, cracked fonts can be the perfect solution. These captivating typefaces feature a distinctively weathered and fractured appearance, giving your designs an edgy and unconventional vibe. In this article, we’ve compiled a handpicked selection of 15+ broken fonts that are sure to breathe new life into your artworks and projects. So, get ready to explore a world of artistic possibilities as we unveil an array of cracked fonts that will set your designs apart from the crowd. Let your imagination run wild and watch as your creations transform into captivating masterpieces! PS: Check out also our selection of distressed fonts , brutalist fonts , edgy fonts , and sharp fonts for even more design inspiration! 10 Best Cracked, Broken & Weathered Fonts Bigger Cracks C

[Podcast] Brand Storytelling with Miri Rodriguez

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In this enlightening episode of JUST Branding, you’ll discover the art and science of brand storytelling through the experiences and insights of Miri Rodriguez, a celebrated storyteller and branding expert with an impressive history at Microsoft. Miri, an author and speaker, delves into the nuances of creating relevant brand narratives that transform audience perceptions and build strong connections. Key discussions include Miri’s branding journey, the power of storytelling, building a ‘ Storytelling Machine ’, how to leverage AI, plus case studies and practical advice. This episode is a must-listen for those interested in elevating their brand’s narrative and connecting more authentically with their audience! Listen Here Listen on Apple Podcasts  Listen on Spotify Watch on YouTube Listen below Love the show?  Please review us on Apple .   Play Now   Watch on Youtube Show Notes Miri Rodriguez’s LinkedIn Storytelling Machine Book   Learn Brand Strategy Bra

The Best Branding Podcasts in 2023

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Are you looking for the absolute best branding podcasts in the design, marketing and brand strategy space? You may have already found a few ‘top branding podcasts’ lists through Google search and been disappointed that only a handful of them are truly about branding. Most of the podcasts found through Google are about content marketing, digital media, graphic design , advertising, or marketing in general and some are outdated or haven’t uploaded any new episodes in many years. On top of that, some podcasts don’t have even an active website anymore. We have found podcasts that are truly focused on branding and are actively podcasting . We even listen to them! Top 10+ Best Branding Podcasts in 2023 Here’s your list of the best branding podcasts in no particular order, except for #1 but we may be a little bias. JUST Branding Let’s Talk Branding How Brands Are Built The Futur The Extraordinary Podcast Brand Master Podcast Hitting the Mark Brand Builder Podcast Brand Design