Retro Denim

INDUSTRY:

FASHION

YEAR:

2024 - PRESENT

the concept.

about the
brand.

Retro Denim is a contemporary denim label rooted in the visual language of 1970s Americana. Drawing from an era defined by self-expression, rebellion, and individuality, the brand reimagines vintage aesthetics through a modern lens.
Designed for a new generation, Retro Denim balances nostalgia with clarity—creating pieces that feel expressive, confident, and unmistakably distinct. Every detail, from typography to color, is built to evoke a sense of character and cultural memory while remaining relevant in today’s landscape.
Role: End-to-end Brand Designer — led brand strategy, identity development, visual systems, and campaign art direction across digital and print.

Audience
Style-conscious individuals who value individuality over trend cycles.

Attributes
Expressive — Nostalgic — Bold — Confident

Positioning
A modern denim brand that captures the attitude of the past without replicating it.

inspiration &
direction.

about the
brand.

identity systems.

design
systems.

The Logo.

The Logo.

Full Logo:

Must be kept in proportion. Must include outline.

Uses:

Website hero / landing page

Look books & campaign covers

Packaging fronts

Marketing ads

Pitch decks / brand presentations

Must be kept in proportion. Must include outline.

Uses:

Website hero / landing page

Look books & campaign covers

Packaging fronts

Marketing ads

Pitch decks / brand presentations

Word Mark:

Can be used with any brand color. Must be kept in proportion.

Must include outline.

Uses:

Website header/navigation

Tags & labels

Social media headers

Secondary packaging placements

Can be used with any brand color. Must be kept in proportion.

Must include outline.

Uses:

Website header/navigation

Tags & labels

Social media headers

Secondary packaging placements

Icon Mark:

Must keep colors and size proportion consistent. Must include outline.

Uses:

Favicon

Social profile image

Clothing patches

Buttons / pins

Pattern repeats

App icon

Must keep colors and size proportion consistent. Must include outline.

Uses:

Favicon

Social profile image

Clothing patches

Buttons / pins

Pattern repeats

App icon

Incorrect Uses:

The Type.

The typography draws heavily from 1970s display styles, featuring soft curves, bold weight, and expressive forms. Paired with clean supporting type, the system balances personality with usability—allowing it to function across both editorial and digital environments.

The Colors.

Primary Colors

Secondary Colors

The Patterns.

Systems in Use.

ui/ux design.

A clean and simple nav bar to help direct customers to their destination.

A clean and simple nav bar to help direct customers to their destination.

Simple and bold hero page. It shows the vibe and product of the brand without overly distracting the customers. A clean tagline representing the brand, product, or campaign featured. In this instance, the brand itself.

Simple and bold hero page. It shows the vibe and product of the brand without overly distracting the customers. A clean tagline representing the brand, product, or campaign featured. In this instance, the brand itself.

Product category cards. Allows for easy secondary access to products (after main nav bar) and gives a better look at Retro's style for casual browsers.

Product category cards. Allows for easy secondary access to products (after main nav bar) and gives a better look at Retro's style for casual browsers.

Featured style. Highlights three to four featured products. Can show best sellers, new drops, or featured campaign products. Puts Retro's best foot forward.

Featured style. Highlights three to four featured products. Can show best sellers, new drops, or featured campaign products. Puts Retro's best foot forward.

The Brand Story. Tells the consumer what Retro is all about, how Retro is different, and how the brand is committed to authentic vintage styles.

Footer. Standard footer items such as our shop categories, support and contact links, and brand and career links. Also includes a simple sign up form to allow customers to stay up to date with the brand.

The Brand Story. Tells the consumer what Retro is all about, how Retro is different, and how the brand is committed to authentic vintage styles.

Footer. Standard footer items such as our shop categories, support and contact links, and brand and career links. Also includes a simple sign up form to allow customers to stay up to date with the brand.