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British Fashion Council first established back in 1983 with London Fashion Week launching in 1984. This week marks their 66th edition and is held twice...
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Is your website mobile-friendly?
Google is the most popular search engine in the world and highly recommend responsive web design as industry best practice....
Why content marketing is king
Content is the source of every digital marketing campaign and strategy, which is completely transparent and trackable....
Valentine’s Day is approaching!
Valentine’s Day is approaching and it’s one of the biggest gift-giving holidays of the year. In medieval times some people couldn’t write their names, so...
Countdown to Christmas 2019
2019 is coming to an end and what a year it’s been! While reflecting on the busy year we’ve had, we wanted to give you...
Morning Routine
Did you know, it takes twice as much willpower to get out of bed if you hit the snooze button. We’ve all been there, right?...
Our process in creating stunning print design
Even though online marketing may be the focal point of communication strategies these days, printed marketing material are still invaluable for your business....
5 companies who have updated their logo in 2019
We are almost coming to the end of 2019 and here at Obvious, we always like to keep abreast with the latest design trends....
Agency Vs In-House
You've been put in charge of your company's marketing. Should you hire a marketing agency or keep things in-house?...
Are you a dunker?
There’s no denying that tea and biscuits go together like bread and butter, but the ultimate question everyone asks is… ‘are you a dunker?’...
Top 5 Social Media Tips for Business Owners
We've put together these top 5 social media tips for business owners to help interact with your followers and potential customers....
Bring Your Dog to Work Day
CALLING ALL DOG LOVERS AND OWNERS: Get your pooches spruced up for a guest appearance as 'Bring Your Dog To Work Day' is fast approaching!...
National Doughnut Week
It's National Doughnut Week and there’s no denying that we all love a doughnut here at Obvious HQ, especially mid-afternoon with a cup of tea!...
10 things you probably didn’t know about the Web
In honour of the 30th anniversary of the World Wide Web, we've listed 10 facts that you probably didn't know about the web....
Christmas markets in the UK
Christmas just wouldn’t be the same without holding a mug of hot chocolate, falling over on an ice rink and revelling in the festive spirit....
Let’s talk cupcakes!
Cupcakes are easy and quick to make and a great treat that can be enjoyed any time of the day and at any occasion....
HQ discussions this month…
Summer is here and everyone is heading to their local garden centres to purchase new flowers, garden furniture or looking for a new barbeque....
Get creative with your annual reports…
Annual reports can look very boring and unattractive: tables, graphs, numbers. ...
Is print advertising dead? We don’t think so…
Print advertising is still very much alive and kicking, although it is hard to understand why sometimes when digital media is cheaper and more efficient....
London Marathon
The idea was created in a pub by former Olympic champion and journalist Chris Brasher and athlete John Disley....
Coffee anyone?
The coffee market is growing fast. It has been said that by 2030 coffee shops will outnumber pubs, as consumers prefer artisan coffee to alcohol!...
New Year, New Look!
On average, companies change their corporate identity once every 7 to 10 years due to the ever-changing nature of the marketplace....
Tips on Content Marketing
Content marketing is an important part of any marketing strategy if you want it to be effective, whether it’s for a small or large business....
National Curry Week
The temperature may be dropping, but this week marks National Curry Week in the UK, so things are about to heat up again!...
The important ways design agencies support businesses
I’ve been working in the world of design for the last 8 years now and I often get asked ‘what do you actually do?’...
How Steve Jobs started…
To pay homage to Mr Jobs and the revolution he devised, we’ve handcrafted this fact-filled infographic about Steve Jobs’ career journey....
International left handers awareness day!
13th August is a day to celebrate everyone who is left-handed and to raise awareness for everyday challenges left-handed people face in a world....
When life gives you lemons, grab salt and tequila!
Responsible for some of the well-known cocktails, the Long Island Iced Tea and the classic Margarita!...
Obvious rebrand Bake & Bite!
We’re proud to announce that we’ve been working with our client, Country Choice, on their brand relaunch for their food-to-go business, ‘Bake & Bite’....
Everybody loves fish and chips!
On the 1st Friday of June, fish and chip lovers all over the UK are coming together to celebrate the nation’s favourite dish....
Get stuck in – it’s Sandwich Week!
Sandwiches are simple and can be part of any meal of the day. But do you know how it got its name?...
Why your business needs a blog
Do you want to start a blog for your business, but you’re scratching your head trying to find reasons why and what to write about?...
St. Patrick’s Day
Not only is it celebrated in Ireland, but it’s now celebrated in other countries across the globe and everyone wears green!...
Pancake Day
It’s that time of year again when you put batter in a pan, create the perfect pancake and add your favourite toppings!...
WordPress: The essential CMS for your business
WordPress has rapidly become the most popular Content Management System (CMS) power over 39% of websites on the Internet....
The 5 steps to a great website
You've got a website, but it was designed quite some time ago and you’re now considering whether it’s time to give it a facelift....
Dry January Challenge
If you were challenged to give up the booze for 31 days, would you accept the challenge?!...
Eat, drink and be merry!
It’s that time again! Are you ready? Of course you are! Christmas dinner is one of the most looked forward to meals in the UK....
Why start-ups need marketing
Many start-up companies believe marketing is something they can do themselves until they establish a great turnover....
Remember, remember the 5th of November…
The 5th November marks the anniversary of the Gunpowder Plot when Guy Fawkes attempted to blow up the Houses of Parliament....
Trick or treat?
With Halloween just around the corner, a predictable trend starts on Google search to seek out the perfect outfit for an upcoming Halloween party....
8 tips to attract visitors to your exhibition stand
Whether you're preparing for your first exhibition show or you're a seasoned exhibitor, we've put some tips together to ensure your exhibition stand draws attention....
The art of beer & food matching
The matching snack that traditionally goes with a pint of beer is usually something salty like crisps, nuts or pork scratchings....
National Burger Day – grubs up!
National Burger Day was created by Mr. Hyde and is celebrated annually as one of the world’s most popular comfort foods....
The importance of project budgets – and disclosing them!
You have a project in mind and you would like to know how much it’s going to cost....
Happy National Chocolate Day!
We all love a bit of chocolate, however, it’s a continued debate between friends and family as to what is the greatest ever chocolate bar....
Us Brits love a BBQ!
Summer is approaching and us Brits love a good barbecue and the great outdoors! Every barbecue begins with a food shop....
How to boost your business using social media
There are many businesses that have Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn accounts, however, these aren’t being used to their full potential....
Tips on what makes the best business card
The business card is the smallest marketing tool you possess, but they pack a real punch when it comes to getting your name out there....
Celebrating Easter & all its glory
Easter is the preferred holiday for those with a sweet tooth as well as spending time with their families. But what is it?...
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas…
Us Brits love spending time with our families over the festive period and watch each other open all of our presents....
Movember – the month of the moustache!
It’s that time of year again where the annual month long moustache growing marathon is kicking off around the world....
Kerning & the impact it has on your marketing
What is kerning? The adjustment of spacing between two characters to be closer together than normal....
Flat Vs. skeuomorphic design – which side of the creative fence are you sat on?
For many designers, flat design is an old friend. It’s a trend that never seems to go away due to its minimalism....
The Importance of Content Marketing
Content marketing isn't reinventing the wheel, however, the industry has seen a huge spike in its growth over the last few years....
The key to a successful formula for SEO
It's no secret that employing search engine optimisation throughout your website will improve your online visibility....
5 simple tips to get the most out of Facebook page
Are you struggling with your Facebook page engagement? Are you sceptical about investing time and money into this particular social network?...
Thinking Vs Doing – Creative Thinking in Business
Managing your mindset can help you channel your thinking when you are trying to be creative....