Decoding The Jargon

At West Hatten Creative, we understand that the world of branding can feel like deciphering a secret code. Fear not, fellow navigators of the business landscape! In this post, we'll decode essential branding terminology, shedding light on the language that shapes the visual and communicative identity of your business.

  • A brand is not merely a logo; it's the sum of all perceptions and emotions associated with your business. It's the unique personality that sets you apart in the market.

  • Branding is the deliberate effort to shape and manage those perceptions. It's the strategic process of creating a cohesive and compelling brand identity.

  • These are the visual elements that constitute your brand - logos, images, and other design elements that create a recognizable and memorable identity.

  • A comprehensive document outlining the dos and don'ts of your brand. It ensures consistency across all platforms, from color usage to logo placement.

  • A brand-mark is a distinct symbol, icon, or emblem that encapsulates the essence of your brand. It's a visual shorthand, often used in conjunction with a word-mark or letter-mark, to create a comprehensive and memorable representation of your brand identity. The brand-mark serves as a powerful visual cue, instantly connecting customers to your brand's values and personality.

  • The specific fonts chosen to represent your brand, ensuring a consistent and recognizable look across all communication.

  • The personality and tone of your brand's communication. It's how your brand 'speaks' to the world.

  • Any media used to promote a brand - from business cards to brochures and everything in between.

  • A selected range of colors that represent your brand. Consistency in color promotes brand recognition.

  • A document outlining the objectives, strategies, and key elements of a design project. It's the roadmap for our creative endeavors.

  • A small icon associated with a website, appearing in the browser's address bar or next to the site name in a bookmark list.

  • The use of symbols and icons to represent your brand visually, contributing to its overall recognition.

  • A visual collage that captures the essence and mood of your brand. It serves as inspiration during the design process.

  • A typographic logo consisting of letters, initials, or abbreviations, providing a distinct representation of the brand.

  • The visual centerpiece of your brand, a unique symbol or design that encapsulates your identity.

  • A mock-up is a realistic representation or prototype of how a design will look when produced, often created for evaluation or presentation purposes. It allows stakeholders to visualize the final product, whether it be a logo on a business card or a website interface, before the actual production phase. Mock-ups bridge the gap between imagination and reality, providing a sneak peek into the visual impact of a design concept.

  • The main and most frequently used version of your logo.

  • The process of reinventing and refreshing your brand identity to better align with your evolving business goals.

  • Alternate versions of your logo used in specific contexts or applications.

  • A text-only typographic treatment of your brand name, serving as a standalone representation.

In the dynamic world of branding, understanding these terms is like having a compass for your business journey. At West Hatten Creative, we specialize in crafting impactful brand identities, ensuring that every element speaks cohesively to your audience. If you're ready to embark on a branding adventure, let's chat and turn your brand into a visual masterpiece!

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