Visual Identity — Definition
Visual identity is the subset of brand identity that covers everything you can see — logo, colors, typography, imagery style, graphic elements, photogra...
What it is
Visual identity is the subset of brand identity that covers everything you can see — logo, colors, typography, imagery style, graphic elements, photography direction. It's your brand's wardrobe.
Why it matters
People make snap judgments. Research says it takes about 50 milliseconds to form an opinion about a website. Your visual identity is doing the talking in those milliseconds.
The mistake most people make
Designing by committee. Everyone has an opinion about colors and fonts, and the result of trying to please everyone is a bland compromise that excites nobody.