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
Labneh brand Bezi launches with a richly textured identity
Working with NYC-based agency Red Antler, Bezi has developed an identity that’s both exciting and informative, in a bid to make labneh as popular as hummus
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
Floyd’s new ad brings a taste of Venice Beach to the UK
The travel brand’s new campaign is an unexpectedly charming tale of a retired bodybuilder turned miniature model maker
Repackaging the London Transport Museum
Undoubtedly one of the most recognisable visual languages of any transport network, the typefaces and graphic elements of London’s tubes and buses have heavily informed the new look for the London Transport Museum’s retail offering
Virgin Media introduces a new, smooth-sailing star
A new Virgin Media O2 spot created by VCCP is advertising its ‘smooth’ broadband with the help of a walrus
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
Lee Kum Kee unveils branding for hot sauce range
The team at Deuce Studio has introduced a different take on the traditional Lee Kum Kee branding and packaging
Gradwatch 2024: Jolyon Tetley, UWE Bristol
Illustrator Jolyon Tetley has been chosen as part of our annual Gradwatch showcase, where we celebrate the next generation of talent in the creative industries
Exposure: Miro Lovejoy Teplitzky
Gem Fletcher talks to the photographer about storytelling, chaos and how his work aims to capture the “vast complexities of being a human being”
Gradwatch 2024: Ana Margarita Flores, London College of Fashion
Photographer Ana Margarita Flores has been chosen as part of our annual Gradwatch showcase, where we celebrate the next generation of talent in the creative industries
Dumb ways to fly
Foolish brand ideas are often surprisingly successful. So let’s take the most stupid ideas seriously and see them soar, says We Are Pi’s Rick Chant
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