What is a mood board?

Created by Admin Situs Desain, Modified on Tue, 8 Apr at 11:55 AM by Vivian Lim

A mood board is a visual collage that gathers images, colors, typography, textures, and other elements to help define the overall look and feel of a brand or design project. It serves as a source of inspiration and a reference point for designers, clients, or teams to stay aligned creatively.

Mood boards help you:

  1. Visualize the concept – They turn abstract ideas into something tangible and easier to communicate.

  2. Stay on track – Having a mood board ensures that your creative direction stays consistent.

  3. Collaborate effectively – Teams and clients can quickly understand the intended tone, style, or vibe of a project.

  4. Spark creativity – Seeing everything laid out visually can help uncover new design ideas.

Mood boards can be physical (cutouts from magazines, fabric swatches, etc.) or digital (created using tools like Pinterest, Canva, or Adobe Express).

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