<p>Published on <a href="https://blog.prototypr.io/top-5-graphic-design-trends-in-2018-202e941eca46?source=rss----eb297ea1161a---4">| Prototyping: From UX to Front End &mdash; Medium</a> Joanna Ngai </p>
<h4>by <a href="https://medium.com/@ngai.yt">Joanna Ngai</a></h4>
<p>The design scene is about to look a lot more interesting with new graphic design trends that push the boundaries of the digital/print medium. Explore old favorites and new ways to make your designs stand out!</p>
<h3>1. Depth</h3>
<blockquote><p>Depth bringing together shadows and perspective to give digital components a sense of elevation and hierarchy similar to a physical environment.</p></blockquote>
<p><img alt="" src="https://cdn-images-1.medium.com/max/958/1*3KjBCAYEnwMBuvtmnY47DQ.png">Credit: <a href="https://www.behance.net/aureliensalomon">Aurelien Salomon</a><img alt="" src="https://cdn-images-1.medium.com/max/800/1*INtYpq7DtNROfAdOg26fPA.gif">Credit: <a href="https://dribbble.com/gxash">Vladmir Gashenko</a></p>
<h3>2. Abstract Shapes</h3>
<blockquote><p>The combination of simple shapes and vibrant colors has a playful feel.</p></blockquote>
<p><img alt="" src="https://cdn-images-1.medium.com/max/1024/1*CDc6MuMjZS_qyuWlSo21dQ.png">Credit: <a href="http://antonandirene.com/">Anton &amp; Irene</a><img alt="" src="https://cdn-images-1.medium.com/max/1024/1*L_8n5ekmBaKIOh0P2SwF2A.png">Credit: <a href="http://hellomonday.com/">Hello Monday</a><img alt="" src="https://cdn-images-1.medium.com/max/1024/1*GG5OXJ46A39tDEStvYoSMw.png">Credit: <a href="http://plant22.co/">Plant22</a></p>
<h3>3. Assertive Type</h3>
<blockquote><p>Bold type make a prominent, eye catching statement with no frills.</p></blockquote>
<p><img alt="" src="https://cdn-images-1.medium.com/max/1024/1*5mm1-ySyjrQOxnVoUC7HEg.png">Credit: Michael Bierut / Vignelli Associates / Irving Blitz<img alt="" src="https://cdn-images-1.medium.com/max/1000/1*yKL7SpwG29d5hiwgrVhw1Q.png">Credit: <a href="https://d.rip/">Drip</a><img alt="" src="https://cdn-images-1.medium.com/max/1000/1*85wbSuNKPxCftGJeP0eE5g.png">Credit: <a href="https://batch-organics.com/">Batch Organics</a></p>
<h3>4. Chaotic Juxtaposition</h3>
<blockquote><p>Whether its with graffiti, hand-drawn doodles or punched out shapes, expect to see unconventional type contrasted between different materials and textures.</p></blockquote>
<p><img alt="" src="https://cdn-images-1.medium.com/max/1024/1*xvhg70fkZGJZG76gs-xYiA.png">Credit: <a href="https://www.behance.net/lanhuzz">Hao Zhuang</a><img alt="" src="https://cdn-images-1.medium.com/max/1024/1*LhaAtdZsjSSMoUGOz5zDcw.png">Credit: <a href="http://ez-createurs-2017/">Balmer Hahlen</a><img alt="" src="https://cdn-images-1.medium.com/max/724/1*K8xBLdyWuToCHOHHvBburQ.png">Credit: <a href="https://www.itsnicethat.com/news/dropbox-rebrand-collins-graphic-design-041017">Dropbox and Collins: Dropbox Rebrand</a></p>
<h3>5. Brutalist Details</h3>
<blockquote><p>Look for design cues from ‘90s graphics and a focus on unpolished aesthetics.</p></blockquote>
<p><img alt="" src="https://cdn-images-1.medium.com/max/1024/1*Vk4oe3QFrQg5BTigCJymcA.png">Credit: Yves-Garbriel So<img alt="" src="https://cdn-images-1.medium.com/max/1024/1*1kTG5OHdwVaIZ_ZaRYRMzQ.png">Credit: <a href="http://elburro.no/">El Burro</a><img alt="" src="https://cdn-images-1.medium.com/max/564/1*HM60ca6SD16Gt6hl5evSHw.png">Credit: <a href="http://www.xxix.co/">XXIX studio</a></p>
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<h4>Thanks for reading! Feel free to check out <a href="http://dribbble.com/joannan">my design work</a> or my new handbook on UX design, now <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01IECEMYU">available on Amazon</a>.</h4>
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Top 5 Graphic Design Trends in 2018

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