GHTK’s rebrand nods to the rhythm of traffic in Vietnam
Vietnam’s leading logistics and delivery company has a new identity by M – N Associates, featuring an elegant wordmark inspired by roads and vehicles
How design reverberated through Chile in the 1970s
A new book examines the role of design during Chile’s Allende government in the 1970s. Its authors reflect on the iconic designs that have remained in memory, and the legacy of this fertile chapter in Chilean design history
The Fluxus art collective’s irreverent approach to publishing
The collective’s newspapers published between 1964 and 1979 are being gathered and reprinted in a new publication that illustrates the artists’ sense of humour
Charlotte Mei explores fantasy and mythology in Now Gallery show
Known for her work with brands including Nike and Hermès, in her latest project the artist and illustrator imagines a modern-day fairytale complete with chainmail underwear and a giant cat cuddly toy
Loewe’s brand film finally explains how to pronounce its name
Aubrey Plaza stars in a spelling bee contest through the ages as part of a new short from Loewe, which addresses the long-standing confusion over how to pronounce the fashion brand’s name
The Monthly Interview: Glenn Kitson
In the first of a new interview series, Anna Higgs talks to Glenn Kitson about combining a career as an ad director with being a ‘meme lord’, and his strategies to stay centred and fresh in a world which can often just want more of the same
Exposure: Rosie Marks
Gem Fletcher talks to the photographer about her practice, which explores themes of extreme beauty culture and its growing influence on everyday life
New charity campaign aims to bust myths about prostate checks
Created by TBWA\MCR, the poster campaign for cancer awareness charity Prost8 points out that men have the wrong idea when it comes to check ups
Catfluencers go head-to-head in Sheba’s new campaign
The Gravy Race sees the brand challenge eight of the internet’s most famous felines in a contest to become the quickest gravy licker, with the help of sports commentator Ian Eagle
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The trick to pushing creative limits without losing control
How to balance rule-breaking creativity with the need for measurable performance and brand governance, according to insights from a new report on The Future of Creativity.
Colgate celebrates imperfect smiles in new ad
After years of championing gleaming white, perfectly straight teeth, the dental brand is now embracing the beauty of gaps
What happened to NFTs?
Non-fungible tokens experienced a gold rush a couple of years ago, before mainstream interest waned and the market went into decline. Artist Robert Alice, who has edited an extensive new book on NFTs, talks to us about one of the most elusive, and divisive, web3 developments
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 Leaders Issue is out now!
The Autumn 2024 issue of Creative Review looks at the brands and individuals who are pushing creativity forward on their way to the top
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
Jessica Walsh ventures into the world of type
As the &Walsh founder launches her agency’s new offshoot Type of Feeling, she discusses why typography’s ability to evoke emotions makes it one of the most powerful tools at a brand’s disposal
Can neuroscience make you a better creative?
Kinda Studios is tapping into the emerging field of neuroaesthetics to help creatives and brands make more impactful work that benefits people’s wellbeing