Subtle background textures will be popping up all over the web this year. This new trend doesn’t go overboard with textures (as seen in many grunge styles), but focuses on simplicity and a more precise use of texture. The goal of the trend is to give the site a surface and the illusion of actual texture, but to not distract from the other visual elements on the page. A subtle texture can add dimension and depth to a design, creating a sensory experience for the viewer. If the texture is used well it can become a significant and beautiful feature of the web design. Check out the examples below showcasing great uses of subtle textures.

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It’s that time of the month again, when I receive my enewsletter from Nan Russell, author of Winning At Working. Her articles are typically well written, easy to read and communicate a specific concept related to success in the workplace. I find them to be good food for thought and I hope you do too.




As a designer I tend to believe in the economy of form. Why make your web links a different color, bold and underlined when a simple color shift is enough to visually distinguish them? Isn’t it?
