your printing is under controlCalendar design: ideas from 2022
This article on the 2022 theme brings together calendar design directions: planning pages, monochrome, minimalism, metallic accents and vintage styling. These are design ideas to adapt to the calendar’s purpose.
Format and use
Desk, wall and quarterly calendars suit different spaces. Choose dimensions, page structure and room for notes according to the user’s needs. Dates and weekdays should be easy to read.
Planning, monochrome and minimalism
Space for planning makes a calendar practical. A limited palette and simple structure can highlight dates and branding. Use colour accents with a clear purpose rather than highlighting every element at once.
Vintage styling and images
Old photographs, illustrations or classic lettering can create a vintage feel. Check image usage rights and print quality. Decorative lettering should not make dates difficult to read.
Metallic accents and varnish
A metallic effect and spot varnish are different finishes. Specify foil or metallic ink separately if required. Spot varnish emphasises surface gloss; agree on the specific process, paper and result beforehand.
Checks before printing
Approve all dates for the intended year, the start of the week, languages and marked days. Check page order and margins near the binding. Include quantity, paper, binding, finishing and deadline in the quote request.