Lush’s new ‘campaign’ is poorly designed and off-putting to many, but in a world where people – especially those elusive millennials – are crying out for authenticity from brands, it has taken an undeniably bold position
The branding agency has replaced “apologetic” drinks packaging with a set of typographically diverse blue, black and white labels.
Our correspondent casts an envious eye over Michael Bierut’s ordered tower of completed notebooks and wonders if it’s time to rethink his more ‘eclectic’ approach
From social media to fixed odds betting machines, designers are intimately involved in feeding our addiction to the screens that dominate our lives
For the next five days only, Magnum Photos is holding another of its Square Print sales, where it sells a series of postcard-sized prints for $100 each. The sale this time is on the theme of freedom
Meet the new opticians that are changing the way we buy glasses, and bringing some much-needed innovation to the eyewear market
In his regular column for CR, Creative Industries Federation Chief Executive John Kampfner points to the often overlooked contribution of creativity to the UK’s exports. And why we can’t take it for granted
CR and Dropbox investigate the role of collaboration in this original piece of research. We spoke to leaders of design studios and educators about why collaboration is important, and how it can be encouraged among teams and taught to students
Taschen’s new book California Crazy documents the state’s legacy of bizarre roadside buildings, fuelled by Hollywood’s anything goes philosophy
Speech Acts, an exhibition at Manchester Art Gallery, asks us to consider how what we see in museums shapes our perception of which artworks and artists matter. These are questions that are important for all cultural forms to examine, says Eliza Williams
Producer Daniel Lopatin explains why being a musician isn’t quite enough, the story behind his immersive new Barbican show, and how his dream is to set up a “deranged Disney”
Ulster Bank has revealed the designs for its new £5 and £10 polymer banknotes ahead of their release next year. The vertical notes feature images of Northern Ireland’s countryside and local wildlife
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
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
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
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
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
Kelly Grovier’s new book charts the artist’s persistent dialogue with classic and contemporary art
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
The Pentagram partner has created the titles for the acclaimed new Netflix show, which reimagines the Greek myths in a contemporary setting
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
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
We explore how the 90s, an era the UK looks favourably upon for its thriving culture, are continually inspiring a stagnated creative industry
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