Nike Football’s new ad addresses the madness of the game
Launched to coincide with the start of Euro 2024, the ad stars Kylian Mbappé, Vinicius Junior and Erling Haaland locked in football insanity
Should we be worried about AI washing?
There are concerns that brands, agencies and creatives aren’t disclosing where they’ve used AI. Yet as companies increasingly see the technology as a business selling point, is it also possible that some are actually overexaggerating their use and understanding of AI?
Bad Breeding collaborates with Peter Kennard on album art
The prolific photomontage artist has dug into his archive to source pieces for a scathing new album by hardcore group Bad Breeding
Paula Scher’s work is celebrated in a new monograph
Paula Scher: Works is a comprehensive guide to the iconic graphic designer’s legacy over the last half a century
How AI is shaping the future of agencies
As a new wave of agencies embrace the rapidly developing era of AI, are those with more traditional business models at risk of being left behind?
New campaign highlights young football fans lost to heart disease
British Heart Foundation’s powerful new OOH ads feature an attention-grabbing line to debunk the myth that heart disease only affects older people
Italian design heritage and op art collide in Bacàn’s branding
The team at Pentagram have dug deep into the roots of Italian restaurant Bacàn to create an eye-catching, Futurist-inspired identity
How can we learn to trust AI?
The rapid adoption of AI means an increasing number of images we’re exposed to are now being created by these tools. CR examines the public scepticism around AI-generated imagery and what can be done to build trust
New McDonald’s ad highlights its place among young adults
The brand has launched a campaign geared explicitly towards 16 to 24-year-olds that positions it as a space for young people to call their own
Pinterest’s new campaign serves up a journey of self-discovery
Created by Pinterest’s in-house team, the series of whimsical films illustrate the many different rabbit holes the platform can take users down
Why AI is the kick up the arse copywriters need
If ChatGPT and co are coming for our jobs, creativity is the only thing that will protect us, says Reed Words creative director Orlaith Wood
Jessica Walsh, Debbie Millman and more support pro-choice project
Six artists and designers have created visuals for Merch Aid’s new charity collection supporting reproductive rights in the US
Creative Review’s Annual Awards 2025 are officially open for entries
One of the most respected and trusted awards for the advertising and design industries are back for 2025. Run, don’t walk to get your entries in before the Early Bird Deadline on 25 October
How to scale your design business
Growth is a dream for many businesses, but it comes with challenges. Daisy Crowder, brand and marketing director at design recruitment agency Craft, offers advice on how to navigate the change and keep staff on side
Cultivating community with Ganni
The Danish luxury fashion label has spearheaded the characterful evolution of Scandi style. Here, chief brand officer Priya Matadeen discusses its approach to collabs, the pressures of being a responsible brand, and how Ganni Girls grew from a hashtag to a badge of belonging
Why are brands apologising so much right now?
Brands are saying sorry at a more rapid rate than ever. CR’s advertising columnist Ben Kay delves into why sorry is no longer the hardest word and whether this is an effective strategy for winning audiences
How Guinness embraced social
By loosening its approach to advertising, and engaging with its audience directly, the drinks brand has transformed with the times and won a whole new set of fans
Tracing Banksy’s art history remixes
Kelly Grovier’s new book charts the artist’s persistent dialogue with classic and contemporary art
How Lego creates meaningful brand experiences
We speak to Lego’s VP of global brand development Alero Akuya about the brand’s rare ability to straddle the physical and virtual worlds with ease – whether through its immersive new art exhibition in Paris or collaborations with Epic Games and Nike
Matt Willey brings a human touch to Kaos titles
The Pentagram partner has created the titles for the acclaimed new Netflix show, which reimagines the Greek myths in a contemporary setting
A visual history of movie posters
A new book from Reel Art Press collates the first comprehensive history of film posters. We explore why they remain an underappreciated area of cultural design
The Monthly Interview: Rob Lowe, aka Supermundane
Mark Sinclair talks to the artist and designer about his new book, Lost Ordinary Magic, and the importance of recognising the power of simplicity and the everyday wonders that surround us
Unravelling adland’s obsession with 90s nostalgia
We explore how the 90s, an era the UK looks favourably upon for its thriving culture, are continually inspiring a stagnated creative industry
Building the visual world of Fontaines DC
The band’s surreal new album visuals explore a darker, more grotesque side of romance. We speak to the creative team behind the campaign about challenging the visual tropes of rock music