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10 Amazing CSS & HTML Retro Type Effects

10 Amazing CSS & HTML Retro Type Effects

These retro CSS & JS typography effects are welcoming and pleasant blasts from the past that naturally draw attention, feeling like a breath of fresh air.

12 Inspiring Examples of Mixing Solid & Hollow Fonts in Web Design

12 Inspiring Examples of Mixing Solid & Hollow Fonts in Web Design

It is a common practice to mix and match typefaces in order to find the perfect pair for a website. As a rule, designers choose one font for the header…

A Touch of Neon in Web Design: Using Color to Draw a User’s Attention

A Touch of Neon in Web Design: Using Color to Draw a User’s Attention

Color is one of the most powerful tools in website design, especially when it comes to manipulating reading flow. As a rule, the standard reading path starts from the top…

The Use of Cursor Effects in Web Design

The Use of Cursor Effects in Web Design

Not only do cursor effects help to maintain a user’s interest while they are waiting, but also assists in establishing an effective UX between UI and user.

Rocking the Boat: Examining the Use of Waves in Web Design

Rocking the Boat: Examining the Use of Waves in Web Design

Waves in web design? It seems unlikely. I bet the first thing that comes to your mind are websites dedicated to travel – especially by sea. Or, sites with nautical…

The Hamburger & Mega-Menu Combination Design Trend

The Hamburger & Mega-Menu Combination Design Trend

Hamburger icons are everywhere. They carved a niche for themselves without any intention to leave us anytime soon. Hate it, love it – just deal with it. Much like the…

Out of the Way: Corner Navigation in Web Design

Out of the Way: Corner Navigation in Web Design

Corner navigation has been with us for a while. It is a small trend that has emerged from the popular perimeter navigation. However, unlike its predecessor, it looks less massive…

8 Stunning Examples of the X-Ray Effect in Web Design

8 Stunning Examples of the X-Ray Effect in Web Design

An x-ray is a form of electromagnetic radiation that has wavelengths shorter than visible light. It easily passes through solid objects and lets you see inside. It has found many…

The Rise of the Almost-Flat Design Web Trend

The Rise of the Almost-Flat Design Web Trend

Flat design originated as a wholly simplistic and minimalist style. However, it has been recently evolving.

The Design Trend of Utilizing Monochrome Colors in Hero Areas

The Design Trend of Utilizing Monochrome Colors in Hero Areas

The way we use color seems to change so much these days. Only several months ago we were discussing the vibrant color schemes that were seen in many details of…

Large Cursors: Pointing the Way Towards a Better Web

Large Cursors: Pointing the Way Towards a Better Web

Various experiments are conducted these days with mouse pointers. Consider our recent posts regarding cursor effects and the use of circular cursors in web design. It feels like we are…

The Design Trend of Using Triangles in Web Design

The Design Trend of Using Triangles in Web Design