Quality, longevity and saving the planet
As it turns 50, Patagonia continues to be a trailblazing brand in both outdoor apparel and climate change activism. We look at what lessons other brands can draw from its approach
What does an issue of Vogue look like as an event?
For Vogue, it’s not enough to just find the story, it’s also about where the story lives and the form it can take. CR speaks to the creative and editorial team to understand how the upcoming Vogue World: London event fits into this multi-platform approach
Alpro’s global redesign emphasises flavour
Elmwood has evolved the plant-based brand’s identity and packaging to reassert its position in an increasingly competitive market
The Daniels effect
As one half of director duo Daniels, Daniel Kwan has created everything from cult music videos to the Oscar-winning Everything Everywhere All at Once. He discusses the highs and lows of his creative journey
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See the invisible: how CG animation brings the intangible world to life
From hyper-reality to sensory immersion, 3D design helps build engagement and form stronger connections
Supermundane creates artwork for West Middlesex University Hospital
Commissioned by the charity CW+, the artist has collaborated with patients and staff to create a series of bold works that aim to establish a fun environment for the children being treated at the hospital
Airbnb: Putting design at the heart of business
Recently, Airbnb has repositioned to place design and creativity at its core. We speak to Hiroki Asai, Airbnb’s global head of marketing, about how its in-house team is now driving the company into new realms
A new show reflects Alessandra Sanguinetti’s empathetic lens
The Sixth Day includes three bodies of work made by the Argentinian American photographer over the last 25 years
Photographers Kyle Weeks and Sanlé Sory appear in joint show
The exhibition spans nations and eras to find the commonalities between two respected photographers
A fresh look for wine brand New Theory
Previously known as Nouveau, the brand has worked with illustrator James Graham to breathe new life into the stuffy world of wine
Anselmo Ramos on going with your gut
We speak to Gut co-founder Anselmo Ramos about the challenges of running an independent network, the importance of working with brave clients, and how to be an effective creative leader
#Merky Books: Five years on
Launched in 2018 by Stormzy and Penguin Random House, #Merky Books set out to change the mainstream publishing landscape. We look at the impact it has had so far
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