Small Town, Big Test Kitchen: Lessons from The Taste of Bragg Creek 2025
A behind-the-scenes look at Bragg Creek’s biggest food event—and the unexpected lessons it reveals about retail strategy, youth engagement, and small-town survival.
Elements of Good Design
Navigating design and development as a brand can be a perilous undertaking. Explore trends, fails, critiques and deep dives on all things marketing here to keep your efforts swimming along. 🐙
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Lightening in a Bottle: Is Tesla Tequila Really Worth the Hype?
Is Tesla Tequila worth the $250 price tag, or is it just another overhyped celebrity product? Explore the fascinating mix of luxury design, questionable functionality, and polarizing taste that make Elon Musk’s tequila both a collector’s item and a cautionary tale.
The Small Business Guide to Winning Awards Without Breaking the Bank
Are design awards worth it? For small businesses, the answer is complicated. Learn how to spot scams and choose competitions that truly matter.
Fresh Coffee Packaging Design Ideas From Small Roasters You Need to See
Discover how small coffee roasters are using creative packaging design to stand out in a competitive market, with bold ideas ranging from vintage illustrations to quirky, collectible labels that keep customers coming back for more.
Balenciaga’s Teddy Bear Holiday Campaign is More Than A ‘Series of Grievous Errors’
Balenciaga has always courted controversy—pushing the boundaries of how creative advertising can be communicated in fashion. But the Holiday Gift Collection has so many strange details it’s hard not to raise a few eyebrows.
The Complete Guide to Coffee Packaging Design and Materials
Custom coffee packaging isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s your brand’s first impression in a crowded market. This guide explores everything from bag styles to sustainable materials, equipping you with the tools to create packaging that people will remember.
Ridiculously Beautiful Makeup Packaging Examples
From bold, playful color palettes to simple, elegant perfume bottles and eclectic box art. These stunning makeup packaging designs are redefining beauty as a collectible art form. This is the lookbook you don’t want to miss.
Selling Body Positivity — Five Reasons It’s So Hard To Get Right
Body positivity is a powerful message—but it’s also a minefield for advertisers. From missteps like Dove’s Real Beauty bottles to Victoria’s Secret’s ‘Perfect Body’ debacle, this article dives into the five key challenges marketers face in balancing inclusivity, authenticity, and consumer expectations.
Hey, @DOFasting, I Fixed Your Stupid Ad
Weight loss ads often walk a fine line, and DoFasting’s recent campaign stumbled with its messaging and design. In this article, let’s explore how small changes could make a big difference, creating an ad that feels more thoughtful and empowering.