HGD 2/2 | Contemporary Graphic Design Trends (2024)

3D Bubble Text

A playful and joyful design style that adds depth and fun, often when combined with 3D animations.

Color Clashing

Uses bold, daring, and vibrant color combinations to make a statement while meeting accessibility guidelines.

Curve Smoothing

Focuses on softening sharp edges using a "squircle" to create friendlier designs.

'70s Nostalgia

Utilizes retro patterns like stripes, checkers, and florals alongside faded color schemes.

Vintage Minimalism

Focuses on simplicity using minimal design elements and muted vintage colors to create clean, timeless visuals.

Anti-Design

A rebellious aesthetic that embraces disorder by overlapping text, mixing fonts, and rotating elements.

Bold Gradients

Features vibrant, punchy colors with smooth transitions to add modern depth without overwhelming the viewer.

Texture

Used in typography or background elements to create a tactile, immersive, and dynamic sensory experience.

Geometry

Employs clean lines and simple, balanced patterns to create a bold, modern aesthetic.

Illustrated Logo Mascots

Fun and friendly characters used to help brands feel more relatable and approachable.

Event Flyer Font Pairing

Pair a funky, eye-catching header with clean, simple body text for readability.

Social Media Ad Font Pairing

Use a stylish, extravagant header combined with crisp, easy-to-read text to capture attention.

Corporate Communication Font Pairing

Pair bold and modern fonts to project a sleek, professional, and confident image.

Logo Font Pairing

Keep designs simple by pairing two crisp, modern fonts.

Formal Event Invitation Font Pairing

Pair elegant fonts, such as cursive, handwritten, or traditional styles, to create a refined look.

Brochure Font Pairing

Pair a geometric header for bold impact with friendly body text for readability.

Business Card Font Pairing

Select pairings that convey both professionalism and approachability.