Different periods and times, graphic design styles also have different changes to create new accents, in accordance with the changes and development of the times. Graphic design styles will always be updated, constantly changing, and constantly creating. If you are a designer, you must definitely keep up with the trends and understand these design styles while always learning and updating new and creative to hone yourself. Prominent in recent times are graphic designs in 3D style, typography… in addition, there are many other popular styles. Find out in today's Top Share article for more graphic design styles.
1 Geometric style
Geometric style brings standout, personality. Image source: Kukai Art
Recently, one of the graphic design styles that designers are focusing on using is the style of applying geometry, figuratively into their logo designs and vector art. The use of shapes, though simple in appearance, is sure to bring out the highlights, conveying influences from the design era of the decorative arts.
2 3D style
3D style is popular in recent years. Image source: Malu Design
3d illustration has become very popular because, unlike 2d figure, it provides more realistic visuals. 3D graphic design is one of the graphic design styles that is very popular today due to the explosion of virtual reality and augmented reality technology, thanks to which 3D graphic design has been able to lead people. Using multi-dimensional visual experiences, visually stimulating through games, 3D animation. Moreover, the 3D design trend became widely popular due to the increase in demand for website graphic design, UI design.
3 Abstract style
Popular abstract style in design. Image source: Kukai Art
Abstract art is one of the graphic design styles that has long captured the hearts of many designers, because an abstract designer is not bound by traditional views or rules, but they can do it themselves. by designing graphic works in a very specific sense.
To get products designed in abstract style, you need to combine elements of color, shape based on the thinking and approach of the designer, the client or both.
4 Typography style
Typography is present in many places. Image source: Kukai Art
Typography (or typography) is a design style that is ubiquitous, we see it in nearly every aspect of our lives. Nowadays, in fields such as television and communication, modern electronic advertising products such as billboards, computer screens and public screens are increasingly developed.
The purpose of typographic design is to find the fonts that best match the brand's identity, helping to shape the brand in the eyes of the target audience.
Typography has become a trend, a prominent trend in graphic design because text can be easily exploited, easily express the information that the designer wants to convey and at the same time hide the science and humanity. The text behind the letters and strokes. Viewers will experience many different feelings and meanings about the message: the work is attractive, the meaning of the story is told through the words.
5 Cartoon style
Funny cartoon style. Image source: Kukai Art
This is one of the graphic design styles that has been around for a long time, but is still favored and used by many brands, businesses and creators, hand-drawn elements or cartoon portraits are used today. used more and more on their products. This illustration trend seems to be growing very strongly.
6 Minimalist style
Minimalist style is always popular. Image source: ogisdigital.com
This is considered one of the most popular and trusted graphic design styles. Minimalism is a concept that never seems to be out of date because the level of application of the minimalist style is still and always is suitable for all fields and industries in life. The minimalist design is clean, sharp, and timeless, with only the truly essential objects left on the canvas to be able to convey the message most effectively.
Minimalism is very popular today because it not only affects graphic design but it also affects other fields such as fashion, architectural design, interior design, ... In addition, Minimalism in modern professions like web design or online branding is very popular.
7 Icon style
Iconic style in graphics. Image source: YouTube
Symbols have always played an important role in our lives because they are used to convey ideas and experiences even though we speak different languages. icons or images to share your story. Therefore, it will belong to the hottest graphic design styles for the present and the future.
Currently, through the touch screen of smartphones, emoticons (emoji) are very popular today because it has a very important feature in social network communication. Thanks to that, users can connect and express their own states and emotions. The mysterious, cosmic emoji trends are therefore very popular.
8 Nature style
atural style in design. Image source: Kukai Art
These are among the oldest graphic design styles and are being discussed a lot today because with the deep message in graphic design is to honor our precious planet, the deeds to protect environment. The graphic design works evoke the feeling of immersing yourself in nature, directing people to a scientific, sustainable lifestyle and paying special attention to the environment. Therefore, this design style will remain popular for a long time.
9 Natural design style - Organic
Natural design style. Photo source: Solution.com.vn
Organic design style - Organic is a design style based on the shape of objects in nature to express the designer's ideas. This is the trend of combining people and nature, bringing closeness to viewers. Often combined with natural elements such as leaves, flowers, mountains, soil, trees, ... pure, close.
10 Vintage style (classic)
Classic design. Image source: Kukai Art
Vintage or retro (retrospective) design style is a style inspired by the past, bringing rustic, simple and natural, making this style extremely "hot" in today's trends. Therefore, it is and gradually becoming one of the most trusted graphic design styles in all industries and fields.
11 Flat design style
Flat design style in graphic design. Image source: Moveek
Flat design is a method that does not use any additional effects to create an interface, no 3D elements at all, no shadows, bevels, embossing, gradients or no use. other elements to help increase the depth and buoyancy of the design on the screen… providing simpler images but still fully conveyed meaning. This style is also considered another branch of minimalist design: it requires minimal use of colors and elements in the design.
In flat design, often use a lot of simple elements such as icons and buttons… Designers often use simple shapes like: circle, square, rectangle… isolated, these shapes can be contoured or cornered.
With such simple and separate shapes, Flat design makes user interaction easy, just one click. Therefore, the designer does not have to explain much in the design but requires them to explore, think and select a lot. Therefore, flat design is not simple and easy to design.
12 Feminine design style
Graphic design in feminine style. Image source: Freetuts.net
The feminine design style is: the designer will show the "audience" to the gentle, flexible and soft lines. All of them are cleverly blended together. The colors chosen are all feminine trends, such as pink, purple, sky blue, white, etc. It also shows the purpose and intentions of the designer.
In contrast to the masculine design style, designers often apply to products related to women by choosing soft color palettes, floral prints and handwriting or stylization.
13 Masculine design style
Masculine style graphic design. Image source: Master Media Academy
Masculine design style is: Similar to feminine design style, we also easily encounter masculine style designs in most areas of life. In this style, the designer shows strength, personality and manly through angular, definitive and neat details. The main colors are black, brown, blue, green ....
The masculine design style is used to attract a male audience. Design details can include simple straight lines, monochromatic themes (black and white), and also details that reflect the man's personality (strong, rugged, independent, ..)
14 Fun design style
Graphic design fun design style. Image source: CachHayNhat
The fun design style gives the day a fresh, dynamic feel, and is easily attracted by its use of color. Usually combined with good animation or illustration elements.
This style often incorporates animals or people in the form of cartoons and uses many eye-catching colors to attract more attention.
15 Retro Style
Retro style graphic design. Photo: FeduDesign
Retro is the name of a famous design style from the 50s of the last century. Today, retro style is still a favorite choice in many areas of graphic design and interior design.
If referring to vintage style, people think of nostalgia, antiquity and contemplation, then retro has many variations. Although it still retains a hint of old memories, integrated in retro is an innovation that is both gentle and powerful, both retro and modern. Especially in today's website design, retro style is more popular than ever.
