ANIDAM DESIGN NEWS / 2026

Latest design news.

Where ideas turn into identities. We track the design shifts, visual systems, and cultural signals shaping memorable brands.

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FEATURED • PLATFORM IDENTITY

Instagram Is No Longer the Same

The wordmark is more expressive, the wider system has evolved, and the identity now has more room to reflect the creativity happening across the platform.

General • 15 August 2026 • 3.8k views

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02 / LATEST THINKING

Fresh signals from the design world.

Original commentary on the brand updates making headlines—and what those decisions can teach teams building their own identity systems.

PACKAGING • 7UP

Did 7UP Just Level Up?

A simpler logo, stronger colours, and clearer product messaging make the identity more flexible and recognisable without changing everything people know.

General • 15 August 2026 • 3k views

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BRAND MEMORY • COCA-COLA

Did Coca-Cola Need a Rebrand?

Coca-Cola’s latest refresh is designed to make the brand clearer—a reminder that good branding can strengthen what already matters instead of replacing it.

General • 23 July 2026 • 4.7k views

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CULTURE • TINDER

Tinder Finally Picked a Side

Memes, anime stills, oil paintings, and a dating app come together in a visual system that signals where branding and culture are heading.

General • 18 July 2026 • 5.2k views

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DISTINCTIVE ASSETS • KFC

KFC’s Biggest Design Change in Years

KFC’s new identity modernises the brand without losing what makes it recognisable, bringing familiar memories to life in a sharper and more flexible way.

General • 16 June 2026 • 5.4k views

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03 / FEATURED INSIGHTS