PowerPoint Templates / 12 May 2021
40+ Best Startup Pitch Deck Templates for PowerPoint 2021
One of the most important aspects of pitching your startup is the presentation. In fact, it’s your pitch deck that’ll do most of the talking during your presentation. These startup pitch deck PowerPoint templates can make all the difference!
It goes to say that your startup pitch deck needs to be more than perfect for your presentation to go smoothly. If you’re new to PowerPoint it’s best not to take on the task of designing the pitch deck. But the good news is that you don’t have to hire a designer either.
With this collection of easy-to-use startup pitch deck PowerPoint templates, you’ll be able to make an effective and attractive pitch deck all on your own without any design experience. Our tips for creating a startup pitch should help too, as well as our guide on key slides to include in your pitch deck.
All the best with your startup pitch!
Mockup Templates / 11 May 2021
50+ Best Scene and Mockup Generators of 2021
It isn’t always easy to find the right mockup for your header or feature image. Using a mockup generator can help you tweak and customize a mockup to match your needs perfectly.
Mostly because high-quality stock photos and images are hard to find, and can come with hefty price tags. Even when you do find a great image, you later discover that someone else is using that exact same image on a different website. Which brings you back to square one. However, there’s a simpler solution to this problem: Scene generators!
Scene and mockup generators are bundles of elements and objects, which you can use to create your own unique header images, product mockup scenes, and custom graphics however you like. The best part is that you’ll be able to use these scene generators to create all the images you need for various projects.
Logo Templates / 11 May 2021
20+ Best Retro & Vintage Logo Templates for 2021
Designing the perfect logo for a brand or business is a long and difficult process that requires a lot of time. You have to wait for inspiration, figure out a layout, come up with symbol and icon designs, and go through many drafts to get it done.
What if we tell you that you could cut all that work in half and still design a professional logo within minutes? Yes, it’s possible thanks to logo templates.
In this post, we’ll show you how easy it is to make a great retro logo or a vintage logo using pre-made logo templates. We’ve handpicked lots of high-quality templates for you to download.
These templates are designed by professionals. They are just as good as a logo made by a design agency. You can download, edit, and use them with your own business or design projects. Scroll down and see for yourself.
Mockup Templates / 10 May 2021
100+ MacBook Mockup PSD Templates 2021
Whether you’re looking for a MacBook mockup or a MacBook Pro mockup, we have you covered with this extensive collection. We’re featuring a mix of MacBook mockups, realistic illustrations, and flat/stylised versions of these MacBook notebooks for all types of use case.
Totaling over a hundred different MacBook mockups in all shapes and sizes, these are great for dropping in your own work, applications, wallpapers or examples to give them a unique look-and-feel.
Some are free, some cost a few dollars, but each of them is unique and interesting.
CV & Resume Templates / 10 May 2021
50+ Best CV & Resume Templates 2021
A first impression can either make or break your chance of landing a dream job. So choosing one of the best resume templates can give you a fantastic head start. These modern CV templates for Word, Pages, and InDesign are the perfect starting point for creating your new and improved resume!
These beautifully designed resume templates will help you stand out from the crowd, help you showcase the right skills, and improve your chances of landing the job. Some of the templates are free, and others cost a few dollars. All of them are absolutely beautiful!
Having a modern, professional resume doesn’t necessarily mean you will land the job, but it’s a great way to make sure you get the interview! And once you’ve chosen one, remember to read through our guide on how to customize a CV or resume template to make your own mark.
CV & Resume Templates / 10 May 2021
25+ Stylish Resume Color Schemes for 2021
Resume design can be a funny thing. Where’s the line between too little color and too much? We’re featuring 20+ resume color schemes (with stunning examples) to help give you some ideas.
Personally, I believe it is a balance between showing off your personality and design style in relation to the job you are applying for. So, you might have a couple of resume designs, depending on who you are sending them to.
Another factor is printing. Are you going with a design that requires professional printing or are you doing it yourself? Think about all these things as you peruse these stylish resume color schemes for inspiration. (Note: Mixes are provided in HEX, but if you plan to print, make sure to use CMYK color.)
Inspiration / 7 May 2021
30+ Inspiring Personal Portfolio Websites in 2021
I just love digging around portfolio websites for design inspiration. You can learn so much about the personality of a designer from the way a portfolio looks, and the interactions therein.
A portfolio site is also a great playground because it gives you the creative freedom you can’t always express with a normal client project.
Here, we have a roundup of personal portfolio websites that can impart a dose of instant inspiration. Explore new ideas, design trends, and themes that you can take and use in your own projects.
Minimalist Graphic Design / 6 May 2021
The New Rules of Minimal Design: Best Practices, Examples, and Tips
While there is nothing new about minimalism as a design trend, the application and techniques are ever-evolving.
Some of the most notable changes with modern minimal designs are the use of space, color, and typography treatments. These design elements can make the overall aesthetic seem new and fresh or show a more dated style.
Here, we’ve put together a guide on how to do minimal design right with some best practices, examples, and tips for creating a modern feel.
Let’s dive in!
Inspiration / 6 May 2021
20+ Best Vintage Icon Packs, Badges & Insignias (Free & Premium)
Vintage logo and badge design are quite popular these days. But it’s more than just a trend. It’s also a way of showing off the origins and history behind a brand.
Vintage doesn’t always mean old. It’s mostly about adding a nostalgic feel and capturing the essence of a certain era. Many modern startups and businesses, like Dollar Shave Club, do it well with their branding designs.
If you’re also working on a logo, badge, or insignia design that takes people back in time, you’re in luck. In this post, we bring you a collection of vintage badge templates, insignias, and icon packs to help you find inspiration for your design.
You can download and edit these templates to quickly craft badges or logos as well. Explore the collection below and see if you can find a template for your project.
Brochure Templates / 5 May 2021
50+ Best Microsoft Word Brochure Templates 2021
Today, we’re bringing you a set of professionally designed Microsoft Word brochure templates to help you get a head start on your next brochure project.
Every designer has a collection of pre-designed templates. These templates not only allow you to enhance your workflow but also save hours of time otherwise spent searching for an inspiring starting point.
Whether you’re working on a brochure for a business, a case study, report, or a project proposal, you’ll find plenty of options to choose from in this collection of templates (and even more with our quick brochure design tips, and our full series on brochure templates!)
Affinity Designer Templates / 5 May 2021
20+ Best Affinity Designer Brushes
Affinity Designer is rapidly growing and winning over the hearts of many designers as one of the best alternatives to Adobe Illustrator. It’s not only affordable but also keeps getting better with new feature updates and community support.
In this post, we wanted to highlight a great feature of Affinity Designer—brushes. Much like Photoshop and Illustrator, Affinity Designer also supports third-party brush packs. If you can find a great brush pack, you can import it in Affinity Designer to create more amazing art.
To show you how easy it is to find great brushes for Affinity Designer, we handpicked some of the best Affinity Designer brushes that you can download right now. Have a look.
Mockup Templates / 5 May 2021
25+ Coffee Bag Mockup Templates (Free & Premium)
Coffee makes the world go round, so putting your own logo or branding on a bag of coffee seems like a pretty good idea – think of the positive associations for your brand when new and potential customers see your name when they’re reaching for their favorite beverage first thing in the morning!
Of course, it’s important that your coffee bag design looks good, rather than just a sticker slapped on a paper pouch – so why not use these mockup templates to see what your coffee packaging will look like before you commit to a design?
Featuring both premium and free mockup templates from a variety of sources, every mockup in this list is available for instant download. Let’s get started!
Background Textures / 4 May 2021
20+ Best Vintage Textures, Patterns, & Backgrounds (Free & Premium)
Every vintage design needs the right combination of vintage patterns, textures, fonts, and backgrounds to create the atmosphere. You can’t create that timeless vintage look without them.
In this article, we’ll help you find everything you need for crafting more professional vintage designs. We handpicked a collection of vintage textures, patterns, and backgrounds you can use with various types of digital and print designs.
Be sure to download all these resources and keep them saved for later. Thanks to the Envato Elements subscription, you can download everything for a single price. Of course, there are a few free downloads on the list as well. Have a look.
Reviews / 4 May 2021
IPWhoIs: A Fast IP Geolocation API
Geolocation features are a growing element in website and app design, providing a more robust user experience.
IPWhoIs is a geolocation API that can help you deliver the right content to the right users by determining their location.
The API makes it easy for you to add this feature and create more relevant and customized options for website visitors. Here’s a look at the tool and how you can make it work for you.
Font Collections / 3 May 2021
25+ Best Headline, Header & Title Fonts
The headline or title can often be the most important part of a design. Which is why it’s always worth taking extra time to choose the best title font for your next project. The typeface you choose for your headline can draw people in, and grab their attention.
Well, you don’t have to waste any time searching for the perfect headline or title font because we did all the work for you. We put together this list of the best title fonts to use with all kinds of posters, flyers, websites, social media posts, and many other types of designs.
Plus, we’re sharing some tips for choosing a title font, to help point you in the right direction.
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