Archive for September, 2008
Regardless of what business you are in, giving your graphics that girly flavor brings a different spin to an old and tired concept. Girly design is always trendy and can revive your business.
Whether you are starting out from scratch, redesigning or creating your stationery, girly design lends itself to many options. You don`t have to paint everything Pink, color is just one of the many choices you have.
From elegant patterns to fun, colorful backgrounds, putting your girly design together can be your opportunity create something truly special.
Here is a “to do” list before you hire a designer.
- After selecting your business name you should buy a domain. The best place to go is godaddy.com. However if you have purchased your domain else where you do not have to transfer it.
- Do not buy .net or .biz! Buy a .com. Example www.mybusinessname.com
- Hosting is your next step. Keep in mind that just because you may be paying 2 or 3 dollars for hosting, they will not have the scripts and databases to run your site.You may consider gatorhost.com or hostmonster, or bluehost.
- How are you accepting payment? Do you have paypal? 2checkout.com? Propay? Talk with your designer to help you select a provider that is compatible.
- When you think of your logo, if you are saying to yourself “I will know when I see it,” you are not ready for a designer. Comeback when you have a clear idea of the concept you are after.
- eBay can offer a place for exposure, it`s like paid advertising. You can use the traffic that comes to eBay by redirecting it to your site. DO NOT OPEN A STORE! Just have auctions one every 10 days to start out with and add more as you may need more. Also host your images on your own server-or site, you save money that way. Also having a template with an animation keeps your customer longer on your page rather than browsing and leaving.
Logos
A girly logo is a simple mark, monogram or design that is made to be recognized quickly, thus creating a brand for you.
The Benefits?
Many! Girly logos create your identity! A simple graphic can create a brand that is not just unforgettable but always recognized. It always be associated with you and your product or service. Print your girly logo everywhere! From postcards to t-shirts, it is yours to brand as you wish!
Girly Characters
A girly character can be equally as important as your logo. It can be used alone, or along with a logo and illustration. The best part about it, is that the character is you on the web. Your boutique rep selling to customers when you are not there. They can be made to resemble you or in the likeness of whoever you want.
The Benefits?
Just as a logo, a hip character is easily recognizable. Branding is the name of the game here and a trendy girl character will make you a winner. It creates a quick association to you and your product or service! Adding simple text will make it a girly logo. The best part is that she is yours to brand, brand, brand! Use her on your promotional items, store signage and girly stationery.
Hip and Girly Boutique Illustration
La creme de la creme! These hip and girly boutique illustrations can set you apart and the only limit is your imagination. These include patterns, furniture, rugs, wall decor, curtains… Everything you could possibly need inside your boutique on the web! I love these because you can go crazy showing off the style you love best. You can add a few girly characters and show of your family or business partner.
The Benefits?
There are no limits to the benefits! These make gorgeous postcards that only YOU have. The elements inside can decorate your website, further branding you and reiterating your identity, not just on the web, but in the real world. These hip and girly boutique illustrations are so custom, that every detail is a luxury. It adds value to your project and sets you apart from the competition.
