2.21.2012 | marketing deceased celebrities

MJ

Bob Marley earned over $1 billion in worldwide sales from 2009-2012. Well, his estate did. Marketers see the value of a deceased celebrity’s legacy, and if tastefully done, can profitably continue to celebrate a celebrity’s brand. Continue Reading...

Author: Amy

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2.14.2012 | innovative companies

Missoni

Fast Company published a list of the World’s 50 Most Innovative Companies. Continue Reading...

Author: Amy

2.13.2012 | pocket square sketch pads

Hankie-Pocketbook

All design teachers advocate carrying a sketchbook around with you where ever you go. Only issue is where do you keep said notebook without having a bulging pocket. This Hankie Pocketbook is a stylish and quirky solution. Continue Reading...

Author: Jon

2.10.2012 | the design office

tdo

As most of you know, I joined a coworking space this past September. I can't stress enough the value of sharing an office with other creative professionals who own their own businesses. Continue Reading...

Author: Jon

2.8.2012 | sometimes, less is more

VW

Leonardo de Vinci said, “Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.” Simple can be an oxymoron. More often than not, being simple is actually very complex, especially in Continue Reading...

Author: Amy

2.3.2012 | super bowl influence on advertising

barkside

The Super Bowl significantly influences advertising tactics. The Super Bowl is the most popular day for television advertising. Brands that can afford $3.5 million for 30-seconds or over $6 million for 60-seconds of airtime (LA Times), plus the millions of dollars that go into producing a single spot, have an attentive, eager audience. Continue Reading...

Author: Amy

1.17.2012 | food disguises

pizza

“Fancy some motor oil, spray deodorant, and shoe polish with your dinner?” Pixiq.com asked? Do you question why food used in ads look much more appealing than what is actually presented on your plate or in your takeout bag? Is it false advertising to Continue Reading...

Author: Amy

1.11.2012 | sleepbox

HI-MACS_SleepBox_furniture_07

SleepBox is a contemporary and cozy piece of furniture made from HI-MACS® material. The shape allows users to interact with the piece in a few fun ways: lounge around on the outside and snuggle up on the inside's leather cushion. Continue Reading...

Author: Jon

1.10.2012 | snowy wonders

snow_3

Graphic designer Nicole Dextras creates large-scale typography installations using an all-natural, organic, medium: snow. Her inspiring installations give landscapes a voice. I was curious to see what else people were creating with snow. Continue Reading...

Author: Amy

1.3.2012 | the history of advertising

hoa_short

Mashable.com developed a very cool and informative infographic documenting highlights of advertising’s history. The infographic’s first date, 2000 BC Continue Reading...

Author: Amy

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