Welcome to the

Steph Corrigan Design Blog

Branding

Interior Design Branding That Attracts High-End Clients

Interior Design Branding That Attracts High-End Clients

As an interior designer, you know that every detail matters. The perfect throw pillow, the right lighting temperature, the way a room flows—it all contributes to the overall experience. But here's the thing: your brand is working just as hard as your design skills to...

The psychology of red branding: When to use it and when to avoid it

The psychology of red branding: When to use it and when to avoid it

Color is one of the first elements your audience notices about your brand. It has a profound impact on their emotional response.  This is the essence of color psychology in branding, empowering you to influence how your audience feels.  The colors you select...

How to give constructive feedback to your brand or web designer

How to give constructive feedback to your brand or web designer

Investing in professional branding or web design is an exciting step for your business. Whether you're working with a designer to build a visual identity from scratch or redesign your website, clear and constructive feedback is key to ensuring the final result aligns...

Ecommerce Branding 101: How to Differentiate Your Online Store

Ecommerce Branding 101: How to Differentiate Your Online Store

In the world of ecommerce, branding is everything.  With so many online stores vying for attention, your brand isn’t just about your logo or color scheme—it’s about how customers feel when they interact with your business. Strong branding builds trust, creates...

10 best Squarespace font pairings for elegant brands

10 best Squarespace font pairings for elegant brands

One of the benefits of using Squarespace to build your website is that it comes with tons of gorgeous fonts to play with. In fact, there are so many great options, that choosing the right fonts for your website can be downright overwhelming. If you want to create an...

What is a mission statement and how do you write one?

What is a mission statement and how do you write one?

When running a small business, you've likely heard the term mission statement tossed around, but what exactly is it, and why should you, as a small business owner, have one? A well-written mission statement is short and powerful, capturing the essence of your...

The psychology of purple branding: Is it right for you?

The psychology of purple branding: Is it right for you?

Purple can be a powerful and unique color to use in branding. Known for its associations with luxury, creativity, and spirituality, purple can be an excellent choice for brands looking to make a statement. But, does that mean it's right for your brand? Keep reading to...

Logos and Branding: What’s the Difference?

Logos and Branding: What’s the Difference?

You'll sometimes hear logos and branding used interchangeably in business and marketing. In reality, they represent distinct but related concepts that are key to the identity and success of any organization. A clear understanding of the differences between a logo and...

10 Canva font pairings to elevate your brand

10 Canva font pairings to elevate your brand

Discover elegant Canva font pairings curated by a professional brand designer Choosing the right font pairing for a brand is crucial. The right fonts can convey the brand's personality, values, and professionalism, creating a cohesive and memorable visual experience....

Beauty branding 101: Best ideas and inspiration (2024)

Beauty branding 101: Best ideas and inspiration (2024)

Intentional and unique beauty branding is key to standing out in the competitive cosmetics industry. In this post, we'll break down the essential branding elements every beauty brand needs in order to draw the attention of modern consumers. We'll also take a look at...

The 4 different types of fonts and when to use them

The 4 different types of fonts and when to use them

Although there are thousands of different fonts, each one can be categorized into one of four main types of fonts. Understanding how fonts are classified, and what the differences between them are, is immensely helpful when deciding which fonts to use. Whether you're...

Should you brand your newsletter?

Should you brand your newsletter?

You don't have to look far online to find an example of a branded newsletter. Many large and small businesses and content creators are capitalizing on this concept, which might leave you wondering: should you brand your newsletter, too? In this post, we'll explore the...

Steph Corrigan Design Blogger

Meet the Author

Hi, I'm Steph! I'm the owner and wearer-of-many-hats of Steph Corrigan Design, a boutique creative studio specializing in strategic branding and web design for sophisticated small businesses.

I’m here to break down everything you’ve been wondering about when it comes to starting and scaling a small business in the most aligned way possible. From branding basics to tried-and-true marketing strategies, you’ll get my unfiltered thoughts and advice on how to make your brand stand out.

To get notified of new content, resources, and special offers, be sure to join my newsletter, The Brand Standard.

Resources for Entrepreneurs

Check out my top recommended tools and resources for building, managing and scaling your small business.

Honeybook

All-in-one CRM platform
Get 30% off

Siteground

Reliable WordPress web hosting
Sign up

Flodesk

Intuitive email marketing
Get 50% off