Designers, put your hands up! Today,
we're busting the widely held myth of the style, that elusive
'je ne sais quois' that creative professionals everywhere dream of achieving.
Yes, it's good to
show everyone that you're an experienced creative who can put
your personal mark on everything you touch, but there's a dark side to style as well. What is it, you ask? Read on and we'll find out.
Recommended Reading: Developing Good Taste In Design Styling The Bull By The Horns
There is a famous etching series by Picasso, in which he drew 12 bulls in 12 different styles. The bulls are arranged side-by-side, and range from ultra-realistic, to ultra-stylized. This classic piece is a very clear example that,
in the right hands, any style can be interesting, creative, and fresh.
via teacollection.com As designers, we need to keep in mind that
style is ever-changing. What might be the latest thing one year will be completely boring to clients and viewers the next. Style is a good thing to have, but you don't want to become so stuck on one style that you fail to see the overall evolution of design as a whole.
Read Also: How To Keep Your Design Skills Fresh This applies to all areas of design, from advertising to fashion, and
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