Creative Terms

Visual Identity

Visual identity encompasses all the visible elements of a brand, including its logo, color palette, typography, imagery style, and design system. In advertising, it provides the visual framework that makes a brand instantly recognizable and distinguishable from competitors while communicating brand values and personality through design.

Definition

Visual identity encompasses all the visible elements of a brand, including its logo, color palette, typography, imagery style, and design system. In advertising, it provides the visual framework that makes a brand instantly recognizable and distinguishable from competitors while communicating brand values and personality through design.

Examples

Distinctive logo treatments and lockups

Brand-specific color combinations and gradients

Custom typography and iconography systems

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