http://webdesignledger.com/inspiration/business-cards-produced-using-unusual-materials

As many of you know, I also run Card Observer, which is a site that showcases beautiful business cards. A few weeks ago, I showed you some of the best Letterpress cards that have been featured on the site, but lately I have been noticing more and more cards being submitted that are being produced using uncommon materials, such as plastic, wood, metal, and even some cloth.

Here are some of my favorites. If you want to see more details about the cards, just click on the images.

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Branding Disrupted

http://think.bigspaceship.com/2009/03/16/branding-disrupted/

On Friday I had the pleasure of attending a CreativeMornings session – a monthly meet-up organized by Tina Roth Eisenberg (swissmiss) and Carl Collins. This one, conveniently located in 45 Main by HUGE, (thanks for the tasty breakfast, neighbors!) featured Armin Vit, a man well-versed in design and its relationship to branding.

If I were to condense his thoughts into one point, it would be this: Reality gets in the way of branding. It muddles the way you experience and think about the companies, products, even logos that marketers work so hard to crystallize in your precious mind.

Why Big Brands Struggle With Social Media

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http://webdesignledger.com/updates/new-site-launched-card-observer

-By Henry Jones

We’re excited to announce the launch of Card Observer, a showcase of only the best and most beautiful business card designs. On an internet overflowing with web design galleries, we felt their was a real need for a site such as this.

Card Observer will be updated daily with fresh business cards. So make sure to sign up for the RSS Feed. If you have designed or own a business card that deserves a spot in the CO gallery, let us know about it.

http://www.youthedesigner.com/2009/01/23/30-new-slick-business-cards/

Corporate workers, skilled professionals, consultants, entrepreneurs, freelancers, and the list goes on. More and more people are getting their Own Set of Business Cards, and interestingly enough, this growing range of business card holders has led to a broader selection of business card designs — from conventional to totally new concepts.

Among these samples below, chic design themes are a common favorite. The elements in these business cards that contribute to the style usually include a stunning logo, sans serif typeface, solid colors, and a touch of minimalism. Here’s a collection of slick business card samples for your viewing pleasure.

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Presenting: 10 of the Smartest Big Brands in Social Media

As we battle a global recession, corporations are looking for new ways to sell their products and engage their consumers. Many have turned to the Internet, with Social Media in particular, to market their goods. Let’s take a look at 10 companies that have done a phenomenal job of taking advantage of social media platforms.