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Why You Need to Aware Graphic Design Trends 2016

Michael Clarke1706 19-Jul-2016
Trends change very frequently, it come and go. Some of them stay for years and others don't fit in the market. A trend might be just entering one market, while it’s in full bloom on another market and fading in a third. As a graphic designer we need to pay close attention to the changing trends of Graphic design. So, some of the major graphic design trends that we can expect to see in 2016.

1. Modern Retro: Modern retro style is cool and inspired by the 80s and 90s. Think about bold colors, pixel art, playful geometric designs and patterns. The technology theme also ties in nicely with modern-retro influences.

Why You Need to Aware Graphic Design Trends 2016
 
2. Material Design: You will see material designing as a trend that you’ll find on websites, apps, artwork, etc. Material Design and Flat Design have affected not only web and app, but also graphic design. Though Google created it for web and mobile, you’ll see material design principles popping up in all kinds of design formats.

 Why You Need to Aware Graphic Design Trends 2016

3. Motion: When graphics are set in motion, then it becomes another element of the composition. Motion graphics are pieces of digital animation which create the illusion of motion and are usually combined with audio for use in multimedia projects. Computers are capable of calculating and randomizing changes in imagery to create the illusion of motion and transformation.

Why You Need to Aware Graphic Design Trends 2016
 
4. Endless scrolling: This concept will be followed in 2016 and gives a better experience for users. It is a technique where additional content will be appended dynamically for a web page to the bottom of the page as the user approaches the end of the content. You can see this technique on the Facebook timeline, Twitter, interests homepage etc.

5. Typography: Typography and the use of fonts is one of the most crucial aspects of graphic design. Going further into 2016, this trend of complementing typography with the help of colors and style will surely catch on even more. With typography becoming a key element in any serious branding efforts, broad audiences are getting used to seeing artistic typefaces pop up everywhere.

Why You Need to Aware Graphic Design Trends 2016 
 
6. Rich colors: Fitting in with both 80s/90s styles and material design, vibrant hues should continue to prove popular picks into 2016. Prepare for a world of bright pastels and rich, bold accent colors.

Following trends just for the sake of being trendy, usually isn’t a good idea. If you do decide to try a trend, make sure it’s a good fit for your project and audience.


Updated 16-Mar-2018

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