
Natalie Fear
Natalie Fear is Creative Bloq's staff writer. With an eye for trending topics and a passion for internet culture, she brings you the latest in art and design news. Natalie also runs Creative Bloq’s Day in the Life series, spotlighting diverse talent across the creative industries. Outside of work, she loves all things literature and music (although she’s partial to a spot of TikTok brain rot).
Latest articles by Natalie Fear

The Duolingo owl is back from the dead – what now?
By Natalie Fear published
Is it the brand's last marketing trump card?

I’m loving the saucy brand banter between Ikea and Durex
By Natalie Fear published
"Sleep? Nah… We were busy keeping people up."

Here's what we can learn from Starbucks' compostable cup design fail
By Natalie Fear published
Sustainability needs to coincide with functionality.

From Apple to Nike, I’m mesmerised by these hypnotising chrome logos
By Natalie Fear published
You can create your own with Paper’s latest tool.

"We’ve been making video for social since before social was a thing": a day in the life of Pete Gibbons
By Natalie Fear published
Formidable's co-founder discusses his career journey and the evolving landscape of social media.

This baseball player optical illusion shifts right before your eyes
By Natalie Fear published
Are they batting left or right handed?

The Obama Foundation reinvents legendary font in future-forward rebrand
By Natalie Fear published
It’s a masterful blend of past and present.

Susan Kare’s playful Esc Keys collection embraces the spirit of escapism
By Natalie Fear published
Pixel art meets intricate craftsmanship.

Ikea sends risky late-night DMs in cheeky new campaign
By Natalie Fear published
It’s a winner for sleepy shoppers.

The iPhone 16e has an annoying hidden design flaw
By Natalie Fear published
It’s bad news for MagSafe users.

Meghan Markle faces logo design dispute with unexpected opponent
By Natalie Fear published
The similarities are striking.

“AI is merely a mechanism”: how Superside built a human-led AI brand
By Natalie Fear published
It’s proof that AI and human creativity can coexist.

Logan Paul's 'solution' to Lionel Messi design dispute is peak influencer cringe
By Natalie Fear published
"I’ll see you in the ring, brother”.

Meghan Markle's classy rebrand shines in its simplicity
By Natalie Fear published
As Ever is a stylish evolution for the brand.

Pre-prohibition aesthetics meet contemporary style in this slick bottle design
By Natalie Fear published
Old Grand-Dad bourbon is a masterclass in legacy-led design.

Liverpool FC debuts slick new look inspired by iconic mascot
By Natalie Fear published
The Liver bird’s legacy inspires unexpected design details.

Capital One’s controversial new logo faces out of this world design comparisons
By Natalie Fear published
"Star Trek has entered the chat….”

Kiehl's hits back at censorship with font made out of pubic hair
By Natalie Fear published
A new campaign says 'pubic hair, don't care'.

"Creativity thrives on curiosity": a day in the life of Cecilia Bjare
By Natalie Fear published
Pond Design's creative director discusses the importance of creative bravery.

Vinted’s shopper personality quiz is giving me an identity crisis
By Natalie Fear published
From thrifters to regifters, what's your style?

This sneaky design detail in Super Mario Bros has blown my mind
By Natalie Fear published
Am I seeing double?

Hungry for creative advice? Koto’s slick new website reveals the recipe for branding success
By Natalie Fear published
Seasoned digs into the world of design with expert insight.

These beautiful enamel pins are a delight for bookworms
By Natalie Fear published
Judy Kaufmann creates "A book to wear".
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